thanks ryan- the key here isn't the romex, it's the way it was installed.
there are thousands of buildings wired correctly in romex that function properly everyday.
the only thing that really catches my eye is that there is mc/bx in the building, makes me wonder about the occupancy and the allowable wiring methods here. Also, if the MC/BX was the original install, whoever ran romex didn't keep the integrity of the building or perform in a workmanlike manner.
but don't blame the romex, it was the romexer that's to blame.
