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9.34.2.2.(2)
OS3
ObjectiveOS3 Safety in Use
Attribution
Application
Application 1: 
Bedrooms or living rooms provided with switched receptacles, in dwelling units, in buildings to which Part 9 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.3.(1) of Division A for application of Part 9].
Application 2: 
This also applies to buildings of residential occupancy to which Part 3 applies [see Sentence 1.3.3.2.(1) of Division A for application of Part 3], as stated in Sentence 3.2.7.1.(3).
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Intent
Intent 1: 
To limit the probability that persons will be unable to connect a light fixture, which could lead to inadequate lighting, which could lead to persons being unable to see obstructions, which could lead to persons tripping or falling, which could lead to harm to persons.
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