20A Tamper-Resistant GFCI Safety Receptacle/Outlet, White

Description

Our tamper-resistant (TR) ground-fault circuit interrupters meet and/or exceed UL 2015 standards.
Includes the following:
One (1) GFCI
One (1) Wall Plate w/screws
One (1) set of installation instructions
What is a ground fault and when does it occur?
According to OSHA, a ground-fault occurs when there is a break in the low-resistance grounding path from a tool/appliance or electrical system. The electrical current may then take an alternative path to the ground, through the user, resulting in serious injuries or death.
What is a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) and how does it protect me?
The ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) is a fast-acting 'circuit breaker' designed to shut off electric power in the event of a ground-fault within as little as 1/40th of a second. It works by comparing the amount of current going to and returning from equipment along the circuit conductors (wires). When the amount going differs from the amount returning by approximately 5 milliamperes, the GFCI interrupts the current.
What does self-testing mean?
Self-testing GFCI receptacles automatically check themselves in order to notify an individual of any electrical issues. If no ground-fault protection is detected, the device will trip and will not reset.
What does tamper-resistant (TR) mean?
Tamper-resistant receptacles, in our case a GFCI, are uniquely designed to help protect children from the potential dangers associated with 'playing' with receptacles. They were developed in response to the ongoing number of injuries sustained by children as a result of attempting to stick objects like keys, hairpins, paper clips, pens and other objects into receptacle slots.
Tamper-resistant receptacles contain a shutter mechanism which blocks access to the contacts unless a two or three-pronged plus is inserted. When pressure is simultaneously applied to both sides, the receptacle shutter opens to allow the standard plug to make contact with the receptacle contacts. Without this simultaneous pressure, the shutter remains closed and, by extension, prevents the insertion of foreign objects. This not only prevents children from inserting foreign objects in the receptacle but protects adults as well. For instance, if the blades on a plug are damaged or bent, the shutter will not allow the plug to be inserted as doing so would result in electric shock or damage to the tool/appliance in question.