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nfpa-70_590_temporary-installations.md

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 > On construction sites, a box, conduit body, or other enclosure shall not be required for either of the following conditions:
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 > * (1) The circuit conductors being spliced are all from nonmetallic multiconductor cord or cable assemblies, provided that the equipment grounding continuity is maintained with or without the box.
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 > * (2) The circuit conductors being spliced are all from metal-sheathed cable assemblies terminated in listed fittings that mechanically secure the cable sheath to maintain effective electrical continuity.
 
 > [!important] Exception No. 2:
 > On construction sites, branch-circuits that are permanently installed in framed walls and ceilings and are used to supply temporary power or lighting, and that are GFCI protected, the following shall be permitted:
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 > * (1) A box cover shall not be required for splices installed completely inside of junction boxes with plaster rings.
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 > * (2) Listed pigtail-type lampholders shall be permitted to be installed in ceiling-mounted junction boxes with plaster rings.
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 > * (3) Finger safe devices shall be permitted for supplying and connection of devices.
 
 #### 590.4(H) Protection from Accidental Damage.
@@ -181,13 +181,13 @@ Ground-fault circuit-interrupter protection for personnel.
 A written assured equipment grounding conductor program continuously enforced at the site by one or more designated persons to ensure that equipment grounding conductors for all cord sets, receptacles that are not a part of the permanent wiring of the building or structure, and equipment connected by cord and plug are installed and maintained in accordance with the applicable requirements of 250.114, 250.138, 406.4(C), and 590.4(D).
 
 * (a) The following tests shall be performed on all cord sets, receptacles that are not part of the permanent wiring of the building or structure, and cord-and-plug-connected equipment required to be connected to an equipment grounding conductor:
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     * (1) All equipment grounding conductors shall be tested for continuity and shall be electrically continuous.
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     * (2) Each receptacle and attachment plug shall be tested for correct attachment of the equipment grounding conductor. The equipment grounding conductor shall be connected to its proper terminal.
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     * (3) All required tests shall be performed as follows:
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         * a. Before first use on site
         * b. When there is evidence of damage
         * c. Before equipment is returned to service following any repairs