NEC Chapter 5.

In MA, the exception to 517.13 has been deleted.
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In MA, the exception to 517.13 has been deleted.

MA amendments.

517.13. Delete the Exception.

517.13 Equipment Grounding Conductor for Receptacles and Fixed Electrical Equipment in Patient Care Spaces. Wiring serving patient care spaces shall comply with the requirements of 517.13(A) and (B).

Exception: Luminaires more than 2.3 m (7 ½ ft) above the floor and switches located outside of the patient care vicinity shall be permitted to be connected to an equipment grounding return path complying with the requirements of 517.13(A) or (B).

517.26. Application of Other Articles. Revise as follows:

(A) General. Other than as specified in 517.26(B), the requirements of Article 700 shall not apply.

(B) Life Safety Branch. The Life Safety Branch of the Essential Electrical System shall comply with 700.10(D).

 

Click here to see the Massachusetts amendments to the 2026 NEC®.

 

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NEC Chapter 5.

Below is a Real Question from our Electrical Continuing Education Courses for Electrical License Renewal:

Which of the following is true in Massachusetts for wiring serving patient care spaces in health care facilities?

A: Branch circuit wiring shall not be installed in patient care spaces.
B: The exception to 517.13 shall be applied.
C: The exception to 517.13 has been deleted.
D: rigid metal conduit shall not be installed in patient care spaces.
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