This new change will require the use of “EXTRA-DUTY” covers on receptacles installed in wet locations. The new covers have the words EXTRA-DUTY installed on the cover. These outlets would be for other than in dwelling unit locations and ones that are supported from grade. In addition to these requirements the outlet will have to be GFCI protected with a few exceptions.
210.8 (B)(4) Exception #1,2
Exception No. 1 to (3) and (4): Receptacles that are not readily accessible and are supplied by a branch circuit dedicated to electric snow-melting, deicing, or pipeline and vessel heating equipment shall be permitted to be installed in accordance with 426.28 or 427.22, as applicable. (We can’t use this down here in south Florida)
Exception No. 2 to (4): In industrial establishments only, where the conditions of maintenance and supervision ensure that only qualified personnel are involved, an assured equipment grounding conductor program as specified in 590.6(B)(2) shall be permitted for only those receptacle outlets used to supply equipment that would create a greater hazard if power is interrupted or having a design that is not compatible with GFCI protection.
Till next week work safe be safe
Jake