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Subchapter 5. Electrical Safety Orders
Group 1. Low-Voltage Electrical Safety Orders
Article 4. Requirements for Electrical Installations

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§2340.11. Deteriorating Agents.

(a) Unless approved for the purpose, no conductors or equipment shall be located:

(1) In damp or wet locations.

(2) Where exposed to gases, fumes, vapors, liquids, or other agents that have a deteriorating effect on the conductors or equipment.

(3) Where exposed to excessive temperatures.

Note: Authority cited: Section 142.3, Labor Code. Reference: Section 142.3, Labor Code.

HISTORY

1. Repealer of subsections (b) and (c) filed 3-23-79; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 79, No. 12).

2. Editorial correction filed 11-2-83 (Register 83, No. 45).

3. Amendment of section and Note filed 5-5-2008; operative 5-5-2008. Submitted to OAL for printing only pursuant to Labor Code 142.3(a)(3) (Register 2008, No. 19).

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