is connected to an outlet.
Over time, gravity or tension from the cord causes the plug to sag.
If the grounding pin is at the top, it can remain engaged with the grounding contact while the energized blades are partly withdrawn.
That can be viewed as an additional safety consideration in certain situations.
The idea becomes particularly relevant with metal plugs or cords where something could potentially fall across exposed portions of the plug.
However, this doesn’t mean that every outlet should automatically be installed ground-up.
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