[PLUG-TALK] Power Strip Switches

[Richard C. Steffens]

David wrote:
> I AM NOT A LAWYER....
>
> Keep in mind state and national fire and electrical codes will 
> prohibit daisy-chaining extension cords and permanent use. Generally, 
> you can only use a temporary cord for 90 days. Check with the 
> designated safety officer for the company for specifics on 
> requirements for that location.
>
> Again, IANAL, this is not legal advice.

IANAFM (I Am Not A Fire Marshall - but I've been inspected a few times 
by different ones of them).

Yes, this is true. It is against code to daisy chain extension cords. 
However, switched power strips are allowed, as long as they are not 
connected to the wall outlet by an extension cord, and you don't plug 
extension cords into them. So, the application where you have your 
monitor, pc, cable/DSL modem, etc., plugged into one is acceptable, as 
long as you don't exceed the rating of the power strip.

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Regards,

Dick Steffens