The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently released updated personal protective equipment (PPE) guidance to provide Americans working on energized electrical equipment proper protection from electrical arc hazards. To view the updated OSHA guidance products, check it out here: https://www.osha.gov/electrical/flash-hazards
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The pairing of a cutter and a wireless remote creates a safer energized conductor cutting process for crews. Contributed By: Milwaukee Tool Arc flashes – they’re brighter and hotter than the sun, louder than a jet, and capable of creating arc blasts that could send metal debris flying at over 700 miles per hour. Determining…
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An incident energy analysis by a licensed professional engineer provides a more accurate risk assessment for arc flash labels. By: Derek Vigstol, Contributor When the 2023 NFPA 70®: National Electrical Code® (NEC®) was adopted in jurisdictions around the country, there’s no doubt that electrical contractors had questions about how to apply the revision to 110.16(B).…
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How to ensure commercial PV installations meet safety standards for permitting, installation, operation and maintenance. Solar photovoltaic (PV) systems have surged in popularity as a sustainable and renewable energy solution, offering both environmental benefits and economic advantages. As the adoption of solar PV systems accelerates, so does the necessity to ensure safety standards are met…
Read More >>Staying up to date with new information and following electrical safety guidelines is crucial to reduce risks and prevent injuries. By Nallely Ramirez and Suma Gangidi, Contributors Electricity plays a vital part in our everyday lives, powering everything from our homes to the street lamps to handheld devices we use daily. With evolving technology, electricity…
Read More >>Leaders in Electrical Safety
• Aramark
• Bowtie Engineering
• Enespro
• Ericson
• I-Gard Corporation
• IRISS
• KERMEL, INC.
• Lakeland Industries
• MELTRIC Corporation
• National Safety Apparel
• National Technology Transfer
• Oberon
• Saf-T-Gard
• SEAM Group
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