This standard relates to any exposed electrical conductor that presents a hazard. This includes an electrical conductor that is not enclosed or properly insulated (e.g., damaged sheathing, open port, missing knockout, missing outlet or switch cover, missing breaker or fuse, or a missing lightbulb) or an opening or gap is present and measures greater than 1⁄2 inch.
- This standard does not include low-voltage wires.
- Whether or not these connections are behind a locked door is not a factor in this inspection.
- These conditions should be cited regardless of who has access to a room where the wiring is located.
- If the manufacturer intentionally designs a device with a gap or space to support ventilation, it should not be evaluated under this standard.
- If a lightbulb is missing from a fixture, then it should be evaluated under the Lighting Standards
Example conductors to be evaluated under this deficiency include but are not limited to:
Knockouts.
- Device cover plates that are missing (i.e., evidence of prior installation but are now missing or incomplete).
- Device cover plates that are damaged (i.e., visibly defective; impacts functionality).
- Lighting fixtures
- Hardwired smoke alarms.
- Visible wire nuts on electrical conductors.
- Wiring that is insulated but not protected by sheathing or conduit.
| Def# | Deficiency | Severity | Repair Due | HCV Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Outlet or switch is damaged | Life Threatening | 24 Hours | Fail |
| 2 | Improperly wired or grounded outlet | Severe | 24 Hours** | Fail |
| 3 | Electric outlet inoperable (no visible damage) | Severe | 24 Hours** | Fail |
| 4 | Exposed electrical conductor | Life Threatening | 24 Hours | Fail |
| 4 | Gap of 1/2”+ in any high-voltage electrical apparatus | Life Threatening | 24 Hours | Fail |
| 4 | Electrical conductor is not properly insulated/enclosed | Life Threatening | 24 Hours | Fail |
| 5 | Water is currently in contact with an electrical conductor | Life Threatening | 24 Hours | Fail |
**HCV/PBV Correction Timeframe for this standard is 30 Days
Electrical – Conductor Standard V3.0 Updated 6/16/23
Electrical – Conductor Standard V3.0 Updated 8/11/23
Revision:
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Last modified:
15 August 2023
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