26-712(b)

[p-elec]

I was wondering when the word "enclosed" was removed from 26-712(b) of the OESC. Whereas before, one duplex receptacle was required in only enclosed balconies, porches... now, it is required for all balconies, porches and such.

[electric-ed]

They removed the word "enclosed" from 26-712(b) in the Nineteenth (2002) Edition of the CEC.

Is the OESC your Provincial Code? In what ways does it differ from the national Code?

Ed

[p-elec]

I should have referred to the CEC. But the OESC is the 'Ontario Electrical Safety Code', it is comprised of the CEC but with a few admendments specific to the province.

The numbering of the OESC sections are identical to those of the CEC.

[Tony Moscioni]

The word "enclosed" was removed from Rule 26-702 (4) of the 1998 22nd edition of the OESC and was re-written in Rule 26-712 (b) in the 2002 23rd edition of the OESC.When is a balcony or porch classified as an enclosed location?

Answer:
When they are totally enclosed but not finished in such a way that the walls meet the definition of finished wall. A balcony with only a railing is not considered enclosed for purposes of this rule.

Tony Moscioni
Electrical Inspector
Electrical Safety Authority