In which location are tamper-resistant receptacles not required?

Tamper-resistant receptacles are designed to prevent the insertion of foreign objects into electrical outlets, thereby enhancing safety, especially in environments where children may be present. In residential and commercial settings, the requirement for tamper-resistant receptacles is often mandated in specific areas that are deemed higher risk for electrical accidents, such as kitchens, bathrooms, and public restrooms.

The dining areas of restaurants, while they do have patrons, do not typically fall into the same safety requirements as spaces where children are likely to be unsupervised or where there are greater chances of accidental contact with outlets. While safety is still important in these areas, the nature of use and supervision in restaurant dining rooms means that tamper-resistant receptacles are not mandated by current electrical codes. Thus, it is contextually appropriate to exempt restaurant dining rooms from this requirement.