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IPMC What Section Applies for this Violation?

I'd say 604.3.....Different if you go through IBC or NEC...
  • 604.3 - Electrical system hazards.

    Where it is found that the electrical system in a structure constitutes a hazard to the occupants or the structure by reason of inadequate service, improper fusing, insufficient receptacle and lighting outlets, improper wiring or installation, deterioration or damage, or for similar reasons, the code official shall require the defects to be corrected to eliminate the hazard.
 
IFC
SECTION 604
ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT, WIRING AND HAZARDS

604.1 Abatement of electrical hazards.
Identified electrical hazards shall be abated. Identified hazardous electrical conditions in permanent wiring shall be brought to the attention of the responsible code official. Electrical wiring, devices, appliances and other equipment that is modified or damaged and constitutes an electrical shock or fire hazard shall not be used.
 
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