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Understanding and eliminating arc flash
What is the leading cause of arc flash, and what procedural changes can be adopted to eliminate the threat?
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Arc flash
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SAM and hazardous energy
Spot the hazard, assess the risk, make the change – these are common risk mitigation practices for employees working in and around the manufacturing production process. But what about the energy that can’t be seen?
Read MoreLaundering hi-vis AR/FR garments
How many launderings are high-visibility arc-rated/flame-resistant garments good for before they’re either no longer FR or too faded to meet ANSI standards?
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Electrical safety
How often should we review our arc flash study? Do older buildings have a grandfather clause? With the changes in IEEE 1584, do we have any liability if we don’t recalculate because some areas will have higher energy levels now?
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Proper installation of arc-resistant equipment
How do I navigate the implementation of medium-voltage arc-resistant equipment?
Read MoreOverlooked FR issues
Arc-rated/flame-resistant garments must be worn correctly to achieve maximum protection. What are some considerations that are often overlooked?
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Electrical safety
What recent innovations have the potential to protect workers from electrical injuries?
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Employing high-resistance grounding technology
In the recent edition of NFPA 70E, high-resistance grounding is recognized as an arc flash reduction technology. In what way does employing HRG technology address the concern regarding arc flash?
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Providing training on NFPA 70E
As an employer am I legally obligated to provide NFPA 70E training and, if so, are there specific documentation requirements for the training?
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