N.M. Admin. Code § 8.370.18.46 - ELECTRICAL CORDS AND ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLES
A. Electrical cords and extension cords:
(1) Electrical cords and extension cords must
be U/L approved.
(2) Electrical
cords and extension cords must be replaced as soon as they show wear.
(3) Under no circumstances shall extension
cords be used as a general wiring method.
(4) Extension cords must be plugged into an
electrical receptacle within the room where used and must not be connected in
one room and extended to some other room.
(5) Extension cords must not be used in
series.
B. Electrical
receptacles:
(1) Duplex grounded type
electrical receptacles (convenience outlets) must be installed in all areas in
sufficient quantities for tasks to be performed as needed. Each examination or
work table must have access to a minimum of two duplex receptacles. Exception:
Limited diagnostic and treatment centers are only required to have access to
one duplex receptacle for examination or work tables.
(2) The use of multiple sockets (gang plugs)
in electrical receptacles is strictly prohibited.
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