Continuous learning loops. The most mature organizations build risk management into their operational culture by doing ...

He holds a master’s degree in electrical engineering, is a registered professional engineer, and a senior member of the IEEE. Here is the AGENDA for this webinar: 2:00PM ET / 1:00PM CT / 11:00AM PT ...

Tommy has extensive experience in operations and maintenance of electrical equipment, performing arc flash analysis calculations, developing and conducting electrical safety training and developing ...

Arc flash, also known as flashover, is the light and heat produced as part of an arc fault, and a type of electrical explosion or discharge that results from an unintended electrical connection ...

Every day, an estimated five to 10 arc flash incidents occur and more than 2,000 people are hospitalized each year, according to The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). With arc flash and ...

The Workplace Safety Awareness Council defines arc flash as “a phenomenon where a flashover of electric current leaves its intended path and travels through the air from one conductor to another ...

A recent survey conducted by Littelfuse Inc. reveals that arc-flash safety is a priority among plant professionals and that protection technologies such as arc-flash relays are growing in popularity.

Arc flashes release energy hotter than the surface of the sun, spray molten metal and create sound blasts as loud as a gun. Each year, thousands of arc flash incidents occur, resulting in burn ...

New in 2018: The Hierarchy of Controls In addition to arc flash labels, the NFPA 70E standard covers recommendations for electrical risk assessments, safe work practices, and protective equipment, ...

When an arc flash occurs, temperatures of up to 35,000 degrees F have been measured. This superheats the air and generates an immense amount of heat energy and blast force.