An arc flash is the sudden release of electrical energy through the air when a high-voltage gap exists and there is a breakdown between conductors. An arc flash gives off thermal radiation (heat) and … more →
Nationalsafety's WeblogMike Rycroft wrote 1 month ago: South Africa averages at least one arc flash incident with lost time injuries per month and at least … more →
Jack Benton wrote 2 months ago: When it comes to electrical safety, OSHA standards can be technical and confusing. What requirements … more →
electricalsafety wrote 2 months ago: Representatives from the Analysis group will be attending the ES conference next week. One of the sp … more →
Scott wrote 3 months ago: So you are concerned that your facility needs to get compliant with the new safety standards of NFPA … more →
duralabel wrote 3 months ago: I’ve been talking a lot about arc flash labels recently. The new NFPA 70E 2009 code has resul … more →
cobrasystems wrote 3 months ago: Cobra VnM SignMaker The Cobra VnM SignMaker is the world’s first stand-alone industrial custom … more →
duralabel wrote 4 months ago: It’s not often that you can get a handbook like this free… but that’s the offer fr … more →
duralabel wrote 4 months ago: We’ll have fun, fun, fun until her daddy takes the T-Bird away. Yes, it’s summer time. … more →
cobrasystems wrote 6 months ago: Introducing the VnM-2 Industrial Sign and Label Print System. The VnM Sign and Label Printer prints … more →
cobrasystems wrote 6 months ago: Introducing the VnM-2 Industrial Sign and Label Print System. The VnM Sign and Label Printer prints … more →
nationalsafety wrote 8 months ago: Are you in the market for Flame Retardant safety vests or garments for yourself or for your workers? … more →
duralabel wrote 8 months ago: We’re finishing up the first quarter of 2009 and most people are aware of the new arc flash la … more →
nationalsafety wrote 10 months ago: If you have FR clothing at your facility than you have probably faced the question about whether or … more →
testandmeasurement wrote 10 months ago: This specification covers manufacturing and testing of rubber insulating gloves for protection of wo … more →
testandmeasurement wrote 10 months ago: Most causes of arc flash are operator induced. Most technicians who routinely work around energized … more →
testandmeasurement wrote 10 months ago: The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 70E, more formally known as the Standard for Electrical S … more →
Production Automation wrote 10 months ago: Comply with new regulations, increase safety and save costs with proper identification. Employees wi … more →
nationalsafety wrote 11 months ago: Personal Protective Equipment Select Required “FR Clothing” & “PPE” Base … more →
nationalsafety wrote 11 months ago: How can we prevent arc flash when we have to work on or near energized parts? Special situations: In … more →