How would ya'll handle an Outpatient Physical Therapy office? I have physical
therapist that is desiring to move in to an existing tenant space. He "says"
there will not be any electrical equipment / devices in contact with his clients
( patients <--- ???? ), ...only battery operated "stuff", so no special electrical
wiring requirements ( Article 517 or NFPA 99 ). The Occupancy Group
designation will be a Type "B", small tenant space and that he is planning to
only plug in a telephone and a computer.
BTW, no plans have been submitted yet, just an initial "in-person" discussion
with a PT.
An associated question: M.D. prescribes physical therapy / rehab on his
surgical work ( i.e. - a prescription ). P.T. receives such prescription from
client ( patient <--- ???? ). Client / patient comes to P.T. place of
business to carry out doctor's orders and receive treatment / stretching /
examination of movements & capabilities. Is this considered medical
treatment? Are there any health care requirements from the NEC or
NFPA?
Ya'lls thoughts...
Thanks!
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