grounding opening on top isn’t automatically installed incorrectly or dangerously.
Best approach: Look at the condition and electrical function of the receptacle rather than judging safety by orientation alone.
A Final Look at That “Upside-Down” Outlet
So the next time you spot a wall outlet that looks upside down, you don’t necessarily need to reach for the screwdriver.
It might have been installed that way intentionally.
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