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 […]
According to data from National Fire Protection Association, the National Safety Council, and the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 10 arc flash accidents happen every day in the U.S. – and […]
They must know what is and is not safe to touch in the specific areas they will be entering… They must know the maximum voltage of the area … They […]
“(Are) operating breakers – opened/closed considered an arc flash exposure even if the hinged cover is on?” NFPA’s 70E addresses that question in the “Informational Note No. 1 under the […]
New Language in the 2012 NFPA 70E clarifies the importance of one line diagrams for verifying the proper sources of energy are being isolated: Changed From 2009 •120.2(F)(1)(a): Revised by […]
1. Conduct a hazard assessment to determine the incident energy or hazard risk categories, use hazard assessment results to determine the types of PPE required, and designate the flash protection […]
Stark Safety Consultants Presents: 8 Hour Electrical Safe Work Practices: NFPA 70E course for Qualified Persons: Including: A look at the changes to the 2012 NFPA 70E This is a […]
Conducting an arc flash incident energy analysis is becoming big business. Unfortunately, this has lead to an abundance of providers, and a sea of information that can be quite difficult […]
Canton OH, – Stark Safety Consultants will return again to the 2011 NECA Show in San Diego. The show dates are October 22-25 at the San Diego Convention Center. Stark […]