N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.18.44

Current through Register Vol. 35, No. 23, December 10, 2024

Section 8.370.18.44 - ELECTRICAL STANDARDS

A. All electrical installation and equipment must comply with all current state and local codes.

B. Circuit breakers or fused switches that provide electrical disconnection and over current protection shall be:

(1) enclosed or guarded to provide a dead front assembly;

(2) readily accessible for use and maintenance;

(3) set apart from traffic lanes;

(4) located in a dry, ventilated space, free of corrosive fumes or gases;

(5) able to operate properly in all temperature conditions;

(6) panel boards servicing lighting and appliance circuits shall be on the same floor and in the same facility area as the circuits they serve;

(7) each panel board will be marked showing the area each circuit breaker or fused switch services;

(8) the use of jumpers or devices to bypass circuit breakers or fused switches is prohibited.

N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.18.44

Adopted by New Mexico Register, Volume XXXV, Issue 12, June 25, 2024, eff. 7/1/2024