Which location satisfies the requirement for the attic lighting outlet switch when equipment is housed in the attic?

• A. At the usual point of entry to the attic
• B. In the hallway outside the attic
• C. Near the equipment
• D. In the garage

Answer: (A)

When a space like an attic is used to store equipment, the lighting for that space should be controlled from the entry point to that space. This setup lets you turn on the light before you step into the attic, increasing safety and visibility as you access the equipment.

The usual point of entry is the best location because it places the switch exactly where you begin your access, so you don’t have to enter a dark attic or stumble to reach a switch. If the switch were in a hallway outside the attic, you wouldn’t be able to light the attic before entering. If the switch were near the equipment, you’d need to move inside the attic already in the dark to reach it. A switch placed in the garage doesn’t serve the attic at all.