switched neutral?

[John Dirks Jr]

I found a switched receptacle that tested as correct when the switch was in the on position and open neutral when the switch is turned off. To me it's obvious that the neutral conductor is connected to the switch instead of the hot conductor.

It's wrong for sure but please describe to me a situation where this is a hazard.

[John Kogel]

With the switch off, a lamp or other appliance is still energized by the hot side of the cord.

Is that what you were asking for?

A grounded (3-prong) cord might present a different hazard with the ground becoming energized, but that would depend on other factors.

[Marc]

What John K said.

All neutral wiring including the neutral side of light bulb sockets are energized when the switch is in the 'off' position. It's a shock hazard in many ways.

Marc

[John Dirks Jr]

With the switch off, a lamp or other appliance is still energized by the hot side of the cord.

Is that what you were asking for?

A grounded (3-prong) cord might present a different hazard with the ground becoming energized, but that would depend on other factors.

Yes, thanks.

[plummen]

Good way to create a power surge/smoke electronics in my book.

I still come across an occasional panel with fused neutrals from back in the knob and tube days.