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Old 6/24/09, 10:55 AM
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No I am not.

But it is evident that the NEC must considers 2-wire systems a possible hazard in some locations.

I'll keep that in mind the next time I inspect a hospital.
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Does not have to be dangerous to recommend upgrade.

Code does not always address safety enough anyway.

If it did why was there no AFCI requirement for bedrooms 15 years ago.?
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Does not have to be dangerous to recommend upgrade.

Code does not always address safety enough anyway.

If it did why was there no AFCI requirement for bedrooms 15 years ago.?
Because the technology did not exist or was cost prohibitive.


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