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Safety Footwear

When it comes to on-the-job safety, footwear serves as the main point of contact between workers and their environment. Because of the key role safety boots play in personal protective equipment (PPE), it is important to consider the various safety, performance, and comfort features as they relate...

Arc Flash Mitigation 101

While the threat of shock and electrocution from inadvertent contact with energized parts has long been recognized, the arc flash and arc blast hazards have only fairly recently been incorporated into the electrical safety standards. The U.S. federal agency the Occupational Safety and Health...

The Guide to Arc Flash Clothing

A new method to choosing personal protective equipment BY JIM WHITE, Shermco Industries, Inc. Table 130.7(C)(15)(a) in the 2012 edition of NFPA 70E: “Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace”, published by the National Fire Protection Association, has always been difficult for...

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Arc Flash Safety Innovations

Navigating the Complexities of Compliance

The Complexities of Arc Flash Compliance Introduction to Arc Flash Safety Compliance Compliance with arc flash safety regulations is a critical concern for organizations operating in environments where electrical hazards are present. These regulations, designed to protect workers from the...
Arc Flash PPE

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...
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Predictive Analytics for Risk Assessment

Predictive analytics is transforming arc flash risk assessment, offering a proactive approach to electrical safety. By leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), organizations can analyze system data, maintenance logs, and operational patterns to identify potential hazards before they result in an arc flash incident.

Traditional arc flash hazard analysis relies on a snapshot of system conditions at a given time. However, electrical equipment degrades, operational patterns shift, and environmental factors play a role....

Safety Articles

NOMEX protective garment

T&D Buyer’s Guide Companies

Safety Videos

YGC ENDORSEMENT

Vibro-Acoustic Testing applied to Circuit Breakers (On-line/Off-line)

Trident Solid Dielectric Switchgear from G&W Electric

Safety Products

COULOMTM

HVAC toughened glass insulator

Breaker Performance Monitor

Safety Shared Media

Catalog

2018 On-Site Electrical Training Catalog

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Electrical Protection Handbook Volume 7

Catalog

Electrical Testing and Measurement Handbook Volume 7