embodiments of the present invention include an in - floor fitting for providing access to an underfloor electric distribution system . the in - floor fitting includes a cover configured to move between open and closed positions and being moved to an open position to allow a cable to pass therethrough . the in - floor fitting includes a receptacle positioned below the cover and configured to operatively connect to a cable comprising at least one of an electrical cable and a communication cable , wherein the cover is substantially flush with a surface of a floor when the cable is operatively connected to the receptacle and the cover is in the closed position .