The proposal accepted on the floor does not require the use of "combination type" AFCIs. The current rule and the the rule accepted on the floor permit the use of branch cirucit and feeder types of AFCIs(the only type currently available). This type of AFCI provides only limited protection beyond the outlet. The rule accepted by CMP 2 requires the use of the much more effective combination type AFCIs after 1/1/08. Note the the proposal only requires AFCI protection for receptacle outlets. Also note that the section heading still reads "Dwelling Unit Bedrooms". Can the scope of the section be expanded by putting the words "all living areas" with in the section?
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