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What Qualifies as De-energized Work? What to Know About Expected OSHA Guidance and Arc Flash
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12/17/24 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm CST
Event Description
Sponsored by Tyndale Company
An arc flash can reach temperatures hotter than the surface of the sun, yet as many as 750,000 indoor electricians working on or near energized electrical equipment aren’t currently provided proper protection from this deadly hazard – despite the availability of proven personal protective equipment and longstanding OSHA requirements and safety standards, such as NFPA 70E, that mandate protection.
OSHA intends to change that, announcing it expects to release new arc flash safety guidance – its first in more than 20 years – imminently. The guidance, projected to include both longform content for employers and quick-reference materials for workers in the field, is designed to close loopholes and dispel misconceptions leading to many injuries. The agency plans to clarify the often-misunderstood definition of de-energized work, highlight the fact that low voltage can and does ignite flammable clothing, and emphasize the importance of electricians wearing appropriate protective apparel during NFPA 70E work. During this webinar, we’ll examine the anticipated guidance, as well as the data behind it – and the pivotal difference attention to key principles will make in reducing avoidable arc flash injuries and fatalities. Enhance your safety and comply proactively by deepening your understanding today.
By attending this webinar, you may be eligible to earn recertification points. Contact the Board of Certified Safety Professionals for more information.
Speaker
Scott Margolin, Vice President of Technical, Tyndale Company
Scott Margolin has more than 35 years of experience in arc-rated and flame-resistant clothing, providing Tyndale with unmatched technical expertise. He’s conducted over 2,700 arc flashes and nearly 4,000 flash fires at labs all over the world. He’s former chair of the arc rating standard (ASTM F 1959) committee and chairs or participates in numerous other industry standard groups. Scott regularly sees reports of arc flash injuries and fatalities that are preventable through education/training and appropriate protective apparel. He’s dedicated to using his knowledge to better protect workers and reduce negative outcomes.
The views of webinar speakers and organizations are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the National Safety Council or Safety+Health magazine. Any mention of a commercial enterprise, product or publication does not mean the council or magazine endorses those items.
Moderator
Barry Bottino, Associate Editor, Safety+Health magazine.
Barry is associate editor of Safety+Health and serves as co-host of the magazine’s “On the Safe Side” podcast.