What Code requirement applies to a wall receptacle installed within 6 feet of a wet bar in a family room?

The requirement for a wall receptacle installed within 6 feet of a wet bar in a family room to have GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) protection is grounded in safety regulations set forth by the National Electrical Code (NEC). The NEC mandates that receptacles installed in locations where water is present, such as around sinks or wet bars, are required to have GFCI protection to reduce the risk of electric shock.

Wet bars, even though they are not typically considered wet locations like bathrooms or kitchens, still present enough of a risk due to proximity to water that GFCI protection is necessary. This device can detect ground faults and shut off power to the outlet, providing an essential layer of safety in areas where moisture can be a factor.

In this context, other options do not align with the safety standards applicable to wet bar areas:

• A regular outlet does not offer the safety needed in such water-adjacent locations.

• While a 20-ampere circuit may be relevant in some contexts, it is not a specific requirement for wet bar installations.

• A dedicated circuit for a refrigerator may be pertinent but does not pertain to the safety requirements for receptacles near a wet bar.

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