Has anyone encountered an inspector that requires metal protection plates to be added to steel studs when using NM. The inspector says that the steel studs w/grommets can be less than 1 1/4" from edge because they can move, therefor the NM would be in danger of penetration from the drywall screws. For the record I am an inspector and this is happening to one of the Township supervisors that also happens to be a commercial builder. I think this is crazy but its happening outside of my jurisdiction. Thanks!
