Florida Fire Code 47-01-4: Electrical wiring hazard/exposed wires

Overview

Fire code 47-01-4 (Electrical wiring hazard/exposed wires) is a Electrical Safety citation with 292 citations across Florida food establishments. Frayed, spliced, or exposed electrical wiring is a direct fire ignition source.

Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records and Florida fire safety statutes.

Legal reference: 509.032(2)(d) FS

What the Code Says

47-01-4 — Electrical wiring hazard/exposed wires

Observed frayed, spliced, or exposed electrical wiring, or missing electrical cover plates creating a shock and fire hazard.

— Florida Statutes & Administrative Code, DBPR Fire Safety Reporting

Fire Safety Risk

Frayed, spliced, or exposed electrical wiring is a direct fire ignition source. Damaged insulation can allow electrical arcing, which generates temperatures exceeding 10,000 degrees Fahrenheit — hot enough to ignite nearby combustible materials instantly. In commercial kitchen environments with grease, flour dust, and paper products, electrical wiring hazards are especially dangerous.

Legal Requirements

All electrical wiring must be in good repair with intact insulation. Spliced wires must be properly joined in approved junction boxes. All electrical outlet and switch cover plates must be in place. Damaged wiring must be repaired by a licensed electrician. Extension cords must not be used as permanent wiring.

Legal Basis

509.032(2)(d) FS — The division, or its agent, shall notify the local firesafety authority or the State Fire Marshal of any readily observable violation of a rule adopted under chapter 633.

— 509.032(2)(d) FS

Most Citations by County

Florida counties with the most fire code 47-01-4 citations

County	Citations
Orange County	81
Hillsborough County	21
Polk County	17
Palm Beach County	15
Broward County	15

Recently Cited Facilities

References

• Florida State Fire Marshal
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
• Florida DBPR Division of Hotels & Restaurants
• Florida Statutes Chapter 509

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Florida fire code 47-01-4?

Florida fire code 47-01-4 (Electrical wiring hazard/exposed wires) falls under the Electrical Safety category. Observed frayed, spliced, or exposed electrical wiring, or missing electrical cover plates creating a shock and fire hazard.

Why is fire code 47-01-4 (Electrical wiring hazard/exposed wires) dangerous?

Frayed, spliced, or exposed electrical wiring is a direct fire ignition source. Damaged insulation can allow electrical arcing, which generates temperatures exceeding 10,000 degrees Fahrenheit — hot enough to ignite nearby combustible materials instantly. In commercial kitchen environments with grease, flour dust, and paper products, electrical wiring hazards are especially dangerous.

What are the requirements for fire code 47-01-4?

All electrical wiring must be in good repair with intact insulation. Spliced wires must be properly joined in approved junction boxes. All electrical outlet and switch cover plates must be in place. Damaged wiring must be repaired by a licensed electrician. Extension cords must not be used as permanent wiring.

How common is fire code 47-01-4 in Florida?

Fire code 47-01-4 (Electrical wiring hazard/exposed wires) has been cited 292 times across Florida food establishments. In the past 12 months, there have been 0 citations.

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