| | | | | | Is your electrical lockout/tagout procedure properly coordinated? NFPA 70E says these items are necessary for coordinating the lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedure [120.2(G)]. |
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| | Sponsored | NFPA® membership helps you work at a higher level of efficiency, productivity, and safety. NFPA members get access to expert knowledge and a continually growing network of technical experts in the electrical, fire, and life safety community. |
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| | | Understand the scope, applications, and definitions of OSHA’s fall protection regulations, which can be found in 29CFR 1926 Subpart M. |
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| | Sponsored | SLPX stainless steel sloped-top enclosures are available in 3 sizes and are designed for multiple 30A and 60A switches. Units are modular and can also accommodate control devices. Choose from pre-configured combinations or contact us for a customized solution. |
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| | | This article addresses the importance of reliable, durable, and safe electrical equipment in day-to-day mining operations. Mining operators need to leverage the experience and innovation of electrical manufactures to drive safer, smarter, and more profitable mining — whether the operation is below ground, above ground, or a mineral processing facility... |
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| | | Permits are one way to ensure safety in the workplace, but not all spaces require permits. While it doesn’t hurt to treat all unknown confined spaces as permit-required, workers and rescuers alike should be aware of the differences between these types of spaces in terms of their specific threats and the necessary precautions. Here’s what you need to... |
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| | | In Episode 33 of “EC&M Tech Talks,” Randy Barnett discusses the recent changes to the NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. |
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| | | A general philosophy for most electrical installations is to provide circuit protection that will disconnect power before allowing the conductors to overheat and become damaged. Article 695 departs from this philosophy. |
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| | | The holiday season has arrvied! To help you celebrate, Group Editorial Director Mike Eby has compiled his annual list of products that any electrical professional would love to receive this holiday season. Click through the slides to see what Mike feels would make a great gift to unwrap this year. |
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| | | December has arrived, and the holidays are almost here. If you need some gift ideas for the electrical professional in your life, Group Editorial Director Mike Eby has compiled his annual wish list of the latest and greatest products. Click through the slides to see what Mike feels would make a great gift to unwrap this year. |
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| | | See the latest Code violations from NEC Consultant Russ LeBlanc. Take a closer look at two common violations. One if NM cables in unfinished basements and the other involves using a raceway to support a bundle of cables. |
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| | | Wiring serving patient care spaces of healthcare facilities must comply with the requirements of Sec. 517.13(A) and (B). Section 517.13(A) requires branch circuits to be installed in a metal raceway system or a cable having a metallic armor or sheath assembly. The metal raceway system, metallic cable armor, or sheath assembly must itself qualify as... |
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| | | How well do you know the Code? Think you can spot violations the original installer either ignored or couldn’t identify? Here's your chance to moonlight as an electrical inspector and second-guess someone else's work from the safety of your living room or office. Can you identify the specific Code violation(s) in this photo? Hint: Poor placement of... |
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| | | In Episode 35, Tommy Northcott addresses some of our readers’ most pressing questions about all things arc flash, including the common concern over how to deal instances when the arc flash study and posted stickers are out of date, and more. |
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| | | Fill in the blank. Foyers with an area greater than _____ sq ft shall have a receptacle located in each wall space 3 ft or more in width unbroken by doorways, windows next to doors that extend to the floor, and similar openings. |
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| | | Take this quiz about holiday electrical fire facts and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon, iTunes, or Cabela’s! |
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