Arc Flash

Establishing an arc flash safety program, staying in compliance with industry standards, and protecting electrical workers from arc flash injuries and fatalities

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The Three Arc-Flash Mitigation Levers

Nov. 9, 2023
Understanding how energy, time, and distance impact an arc flash event’s potential risk to electrical workers
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EC&M Asks Video — NFPA 70E Requirements for Arc Flash Warning Labels

Sept. 14, 2023
In Episode 23, Randy Barnett covers label requirements based on the 2024 edition.
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EC&M On Air Highlights How to Choose the Correct Arc Flash PPE with Tommy Northcott

Sept. 11, 2023
Episode 30 features a popular past video, brought to you in an audio-only format.
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EC&M On Air Podcast Highlights Arc Flash Safety Topics with Tommy Northcott

June 5, 2023
In Episode 24, we're featuring an audio-only version of a popular EC&M video on readers’ most pressing questions about arc flash hazards.
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Webinar: How Circuit Breaker Condition Affects Arc Flash Safety

July 31, 2023
Identifying and troubleshooting the most common issues with switchgear condition and how they relate to arc flash hazards
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Arc Flash Risk Management Considerations

Feb. 2, 2023
Key concepts every electrical professional must understand and put into practice to ensure a safe and reliable electrical operating environment.
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EC&M Asks Video — What If the Arc Flash Study/Sticker Is Out of Date?

Jan. 24, 2023
In Episode 8, Tommy Northcott covers more arc flash-related topics.
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Putting PPE First

Dec. 16, 2022
From the EC&M e-books library: Why the proper personal protective equipment is paramount for electrical professionals.
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Arc Flash Incident Injures 3 at Google Iowa Data Center

Aug. 19, 2022
Three electricians were working on a substation close to the data center buildings when an arc flash occurred.