outlet above h2o ???

[Ryan Busch]

This outlet is non GFI. Home is 1978. My question is this outlet above H2o supply ok?

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[Larry D. Kage]

I recommend all outlets around water be gfci protected for enhanced safety. You can too.

[Terry Clayton]

I believe the NEC still requires GFCI with in 6' of water

[Jeffrey R. Pope]

The question is way too vague for an accurate answer, but there is no longer a 6' reference in the NEC.

[Marcel R. Cyr]

I believe you are correct Jeff.
It is my understanding that all Kitchens and Bathrooms , and garage shall be GFCI protected and the rest of the House is on AFCI's.

[Terry Clayton]

Jeff when did this come about. I found this on the net from 07. thanks
http://ecmweb.com/mag/electric_branch_circuits_part_2/

[William J. Decker]

Originally Posted by tclayton

I believe the NEC still requires GFCI with in 6' of water

No. Current standard is ALL recepticles above countertops or on islands.

Pretty much every one except serving the fridge or on the walls (not above countertops).

Hope this helps;

[Terry Clayton]

I got to get me the new book, thanks to all