The new NFPA 70E is just a few weeks from being published. Here are a few upcoming changes that may have impact on your PPE approach and methodology:
- Hazard Risk Category 0 has been removed
- Tables have been restructured -determine if task is an arc flash hazard…then separate page for verifying system parameters for PPE determination
- HRC globally removed and replaced with PPE level
- 2 methods for determining selection of PPE -either but NOT Both methods can be used on same piece of equipment
- Arc flash analysis revised to be “part” of an overall electrical risk assessment (label alone not necessarily enough to determine safe work practices)
- Warning labels: Incident or arc flash PPE category to be on the label….BUT NOT BOTH
For more info and help addressing these changes contact Stark Safety Consultants at: Info@starksafetyconsultants.com