Planning & EstimatingQuestion 414 of 521
What is the minimum headroom (height) of working space about electrical equipment such as panelboards?
a.6 ft
b.6 ft 3 in
c.6 ft 6 in
d.7 ft
Explanation
The minimum headroom of working space is 6 ft 6 in (or the height of the equipment if taller). The lesser heights do not satisfy the requirement, and 7 ft exceeds the minimum.
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