I doubt I could sell this to an inspector around here and I doubt I would try. (Never say never. [Linked Image])

But I think Roger makes a good point.

Pierre
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Backing the screws from the flooring ....., that is removing part of the building finish

There is nothing in the definition of accessible that says we can not remove the buildings finish only that we can not damage the building finish.

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Accessible (as applied to wiring methods). Capable of being removed or exposed without damaging the building structure or finish or not permanently closed in by the structure or finish of the building.

We remove the buildings finish every time we lift a ceiling tile out of a suspended ceiling. [Linked Image]

Interesting topic for sure, how about the access for hot tubs that is usually a building finish that needs to be unscrewed?

Bob

Bob Badger
Construction & Maintenance Electrician
Massachusetts