Under California's seismic requirements, electrical equipment weighing more than 400 pounds and mounted more than 4 feet above the floor must be:
Correct Answer
D) Anchored and braced according to CBC Chapter 13
California Building Code Chapter 13 requires electrical equipment exceeding 400 pounds and mounted above 4 feet to be properly anchored and seismically braced. This includes transformers, large panels, and switchgear to prevent failure during seismic events, protecting both equipment and occupants.
Why This Is the Correct Answer
California Building Code Chapter 13 requires electrical equipment exceeding 400 pounds and mounted above 4 feet to be properly anchored and seismically braced. This includes transformers, large panels, and switchgear to prevent failure during seismic events, protecting both equipment and occupants.
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