Key Points Regarding the 2024 NEC Changes

GFCI protection: Broader GFCI protection requirements in kitchens, extending beyond just countertop receptacles to include any cord-connected appliance in the area.

Working space around equipment: New rules specifying that open equipment doors cannot impede egress paths, requiring adjustments to access areas if necessary.

Labeling requirements: Increased emphasis on proper labeling throughout the code, with particular focus on outdoor labeling needing to be permanently affixed and engraved.

Appliance cord measurements: Clarification on how GFCI protection measurements are taken for appliance cords, ensuring proper application.

Chapter 8 reorganization: Potential restructuring of the communication systems chapter to better integrate with other code sections.