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An electrician is installing general-use receptacles in a newly constructed detached garage in a residential property. The garage is unfinished, and the receptacles will be mounted at a height of 1.0 m (3.3 ft). According to the CEC, what protection is required for these 15 A, 120 V receptacles?
Rule 26-724(f) mandates GFCI protection for 15 A and 20 A receptacles installed in garages in dwelling units. While AFCI protects against arc faults, the primar
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Question: An electrician is installing general-use receptacles in a newly constructed detached garage in a residential property. The garage is unfinished, and the receptacles will be mounted at a height of 1.0 m (3.3 ft). According to the CEC, what protection is required for these 15 A, 120 V receptacles?
Answer options:
- AFCI protection only ✅ GFCI protection only
- Both AFCI and GFCI protection
- Neither AFCI nor GFCI protection is specifically required
Correct answer: GFCI protection only
Explanation: Rule 26-724(f) mandates GFCI protection for 15 A and 20 A receptacles installed in garages in dwelling units. While AFCI protects against arc faults, the primary hazard in a garage environment is typically associated with dampness or contact with grounded surfaces, necessitating GFCI protection. AFCI is not specifically required for garages by current CEC rules.
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