Outlet in floor of the kitchen

Specific Inspection Topics Electrical Inspections
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At my inspection this morning there was a floor outlet under a movable island. Was not able to find information or code regarding outlet in the floor of a kitchen. It was not GFCI protected and thinking it should be. The outlet did have a proper floor cover plate. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks.

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Under the 2020 NEC it doesn’t serve a countertop or is within 6’ of a sink so GFCI protection isn’t required. It is required to be a listed floor outlet suitable for the purpose.

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도움이 되었으면 좋겠습니다.

I hope I can be of help.

National Electrical Code (NEC) Considerations

  1. GFCI Protection:
  • According to the NEC, all receptacles serving countertop surfaces in kitchens must be GFCI protected (NEC 210.8(A)(6)). While this specific code does not explicitly mention floor outlets, it’s a good practice to ensure that any outlet within a kitchen is GFCI protected due to the proximity to water sources and the increased risk of electrical shock.
  1. Floor Outlets:
  • The NEC allows for floor receptacles in general use areas, but they must be installed in a manner that provides protection from damage and is securely mounted. The receptacle should have a proper cover that remains in place when a cord is plugged in (NEC 406.12 and NEC 314.27(B)).
  1. Location and Use:
  • For kitchen islands, the NEC requires at least one receptacle outlet (NEC 210.52(C)(2)). While this typically refers to countertop receptacles, having a floor outlet can be acceptable if it’s properly protected and installed. However, the receptacle should ideally be accessible and not pose a tripping hazard.
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Robert gave the correct information…

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Robert nailed it. How does the “Solution” tag work?

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잘했어 김. 귀하의 의견에 감사드립니다!

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