What do Sections 517.13(A) and 517.13(B) specifically address in patient care spaces?

Sections 517.13(A) and 517.13(B) focus on the requirements for grounding in healthcare facilities, specifically concerning patient care areas. These sections emphasize the importance of equipment grounding conductors and receptacles to ensure patient safety and minimize the risk of electrical hazards. Proper grounding is essential to prevent shock hazards and to ensure that any fault currents are safely directed to the ground, thereby protecting both patients and medical equipment.

The grounding provisions are particularly critical in patient care spaces because these environments often utilize sensitive medical equipment that can be adversely affected by ground faults. Ensuring that receptacles are properly grounded safeguards against potential electrical failures that could impact the safety and effectiveness of medical interventions.