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Hidden Benefits of PPE Audits

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) audits and inspections are vital components of a comprehensive safety program, particularly in environments with arc flash hazards. These checks go beyond ensuring that PPE meets regulatory compliance; they play a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and...

The Impact of Incorrect PPE Usage

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a critical line of defense in protecting workers from the dangers of arc flash incidents. These incidents, characterized by intense bursts of energy caused by an electrical fault, can result in severe injury or death. Therefore, using the correct PPE, properly...

Power Quality Training


INSULATION RESISTANCE TEST

Insulation Resistance (IR) test, often called Megger test, is more than 100 years old and assumed to be a very straightforward test. During my inspection and testing work in the past 15 years in Canada, US, and internationally, I have seen different practices of performing and interpretation of IR...

Electrical Grounding and the Weather

How resistance testing is affected by the elements BY JEFF JOWETT, Megger Ground resistance testing is affected by the weather as much as any common electrical test—and sometimes even more so. Both the instrument and the test item are affected. With ground resistance testing, the test item is not...

Building Automation Training


Biometric Access Control in Building Automation

Biometric access control systems use unique physical or behavioral characteristics, such as fingerprints or facial features, to verify individuals' identities. This technology has gained significant traction in building automation, particularly for entry and sensitive area authorization, promising...

The Internet of Things Revolution: Integrating Smart Devices with BAS

Building Automation Systems (BAS) have transformed building management, offering centralized control and automation of various building functions like HVAC, lighting, and security. However, the emergence of the Internet of Things (IoT) presents exciting new opportunities for BAS. By integrating...

Electrical Training

Electrical Engineering Courses - Power System Analysis and Design, Protection Coordination and System Studies

Make sure you are aware and compliant with the many changes to the NEW 2018 CSA Z462 Arc Flash/Electrical Safety Standard, which came into effect in January 2018. Our popular one-day CSA Z462 Arc Flash Training course is designed for front-line workers who are responsible for electrical systems and needing certification in the CSA Z462 electrical safety standard. This standard covers safe work practices related to electrical dangers in the workplace. Students will...

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