604.10 Portable, Electric Space Heaters

Where not prohibited by other sections of this code, portable, electric space heaters shall be permitted to be used in all occupancies in accordance with Sections 604.10.1 through 604.10.5.

Only listed and labeled portable, electric space heaters shall be used.

Portable, electric space heaters shall be plugged directly into an approved receptacle.

Portable, electric space heaters shall not be plugged into extension cords.

Portable, electric space heaters shall not be operated within 3 feet (914 mm) of any combustible materials. Portable, electric space heaters shall be operated only in locations for which they are listed.

Where used in Group I-2 and ambulatory care facilities, portable, electric space heaters shall be limited to those having a heating element that cannot exceed a temperature of 212°F (100°C), and such heaters shall only be used in nonsleeping staff and employee areas.