| | | | | | The hazard communication system (HCS) regulations are covered in 29CFR1910.1200. Are you familiar with what OSHA means when using certain words in its requirements for the HCS? |
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| | Sponsored | | It’s never been easier to upgrade your facility with motor disconnects that prioritize sanitation, promote safety and minimize installation time with footprint compatibility. With an industry-standard mounting pattern, MENNEKES 30A CDS, SPEC Grade and SDS switches are true drop-in replacements. |
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| | | | Spark explosions are a significant hazard in various industrial settings, often resulting from igniting flammable gases, vapors, dust, or fibers. These explosions can lead to substantial property damage, injuries, and, in the worst cases, death. The most common industrial processes prone to spark explosions include mining, chemical manufacturing, grain... |
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| | Sponsored | | The new Women’s Carhartt® FeatherWeight FR Line, offered exclusively from Cintas®, features GlenGuard® AR/FR fabric. Incorporating knit paneling for improved range of motion, this new line of flexible, comfortable, and durable workwear was built specifically for women and is classified as ARC 2 and UL 2112 certified. |
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| | Sponsored | | Frontline employees face ever-increasing challenges. Struggling to get buy-in and engagement in your safety program? Ensure they get the training they need with insights from KPA's Taylor Thorn and Shawn Smith. Learn best practices, engaging tips, and how technology boosts safety training and retention. |
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| | | | In the ever-evolving landscape of construction safety, personal protective equipment (PPE) continues to undergo innovations aimed at enhancing worker safety and comfort. One of the most significant advancements in recent years is the introduction of Type II hard hats. These helmets, designed to provide enhanced protection, are quickly becoming a standard... |
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| | | The subject of arc-rated clothing is confusing to many, partly because the requirements have been evolving. Informative Annex H is provides guidance for selecting PPE, such as protective clothing. |
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| | | Fire alarm circuits and equipment must comply with Sec. 760.3(A) through (O). Article 300 does not apply, except where specifically referenced within Sec. 760.3. In this article, Mike Holt looks at most of these requirements. |
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| | | In this EC&M Tech Talk, Randy Barnett, NFPA Certified Electrical Safety Compliance Professional discusses the rules found in NEC Art. 250 grounding and bonding, Part X grounding of systems and circuits of over 1,000 volts. In the field such systems are often referred to as medium voltage. |
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| | | In this episode of EC&M Code Conversations, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson and Code Consultant Russ LeBlanc talk about why the environment in which electrical equipment is installed plays such a critical role in its longevity. |
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| | | It’s time to test your knowledge on arc-flash reduction techniques. |
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| | | Fill in the blank. The PV system disconnecting means shall be installed at a(an) _____ location. |
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| | | The editors of EC&M are back to present the three most popular The Everyday Electrician™ videos from last month! In case you missed them, these social media videos were Trevor Ottmann's most popular in September 2024, and they include a couple from his time at NECA in San Diego! |
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| | | NECA 2024 in San Diego has come to an end. The Editorial Team of EC&M spent the last day meeting readers, attending sessions, and checking out the latest products being showcased on the show floor. Today, we bring you the final installment of Group Editorial Director Mike Eby's NECA product picks. You can also check out links for the other days' galleries... |
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| | | In Episode 54, EC&M Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson sat down with a few of this year's Top 50 electrical contractor executives to discuss some of the most significant electrical industry trends: Gaël Pirlot of Inglett & Stubbs, Tony Mann of E-J Electric Installation Co., and Chuck Goodrich of Gaylor Electric. |
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| | | ICYMI, Episode 55 features an audio-only version of a popular past EC&M Asks video. This Q&A features SME Don Kiper of Estimating 101, who addresses addresses some of our readers’ most pressing questions about electrical estimating, including how to talk to contractors about selecting the right software solution, aspects to consider when making that... |
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