General purpose receptacles are prohibited from being installed on which of the following?

General-purpose receptacles are prohibited from being installed directly south of the pool due to safety codes related to electrical installations in proximity to water. The primary concern lies in the potential risk of electric shock or electrocution. According to the National Electrical Code (NEC) and other local codes, receptacles must be installed at safe distances from water bodies, particularly pools, to reduce any chance of water infiltration into electrical devices.

When a receptacle is placed directly south of the pool, it could potentially be in an area where water splashes or runoff is most likely to reach it, especially when considering weather conditions, users exiting the water, or other factors that can lead to a wet environment. Ensuring that electrical devices are not in these hazardous locations helps to enhance safety for users and prevent electrical accidents.

In contrast, other locations, such as the northeast side of the pool, the north side of the dwelling, and the east side of the fence, may not carry the same associated risks concerning water exposure in direct proximity to the pool, making the prohibition specific to the area directly south of the pool significantly important in adhering to safety practices.