Electrical safety

Graphic Products publishes arc flash boundary infographic

Graphic outlines safety requirements set by NFPA 70E Standards

January 26, 2016

Know your limits. One step too close to an energized piece of equipment may cause burns that char deep into your flesh and blisters that reach beyond the second layer of your skin. In the event of an arc flash, personal protective equipment (PPE) is your last line of defense. But knowing your boundary limits just might save your skin.

Newly designed training program safeguards unqualified employees against common workplace electrical hazards

Training from J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. introduces the basics of electrical hazards in the workplace and emphasizes safety responsibility of all employees

January 14, 2016

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc., a leader in safety and regulatory compliance, announced today the introduction of a new training program to safeguard unqualified employees against common workplace electrical hazards.

Cleanup worker safety in the aftermath of a tornado

January 6, 2016

After a series of tornadoes struck parts of north Texas last week, causing at least 11 deaths and extensive destruction of property, OSHA coordinated with local officials to ensure the safety of recovery workers and responders.

OSHA, Dollar Tree reach nationwide settlement on worker safety

December 21, 2015

OSHA and Dollar Tree Stores Inc. have reached an agreement that settles all safety and health citations issued against the company.

Citations include misuse of flexible cords & temporary wiring

Benita Mehta

December 17, 2015

OSHA standard 1910.305 covers electrical wiring methods, components and equipment for general use.

How to avoid electrical shock

December 11, 2015

Electric shock from welding and cutting equipment can result in death or severe burns. Additionally, serious injury can occur if the welder falls as a result of the shock.

AFCIs and the NEC

December 1, 2015

Since the 2008 edition, the National Electrical Code has included significantly expanded requirements for AFCI protection in all new homes. However, these new provisions do not become effective unless the current edition of the Code is formally adopted into state and local electrical codes.

Test your arc flash awareness

December 1, 2015

What is an arc flash? An arc flash is a sudden release of electrical energy through the air when a high-voltage gap exists and there is a breakdown between conductors.

Three equipment installation standards revised

December 1, 2015

Three power distribution series NEIS have recently completed the revision process and have been approved by ANSI. NECA 407-2015 Standard for Installing and Maintaining Panelboards, NECA 408-2015 Standard for Installing and Maintaining Busways, and NECA 409-2015 Standard for Installing and Maintaining Dry-Type Transformers have each been revised and are now available from the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA).

NECA releases PPE selector app

December 1, 2015

Determine the proper safety equipment for your job. The National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) has released its 2015 Personal Protect Equipment (PPE) Selector App, based on the 2015 edition of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace and designed after NECA’s popular print publication, NECA's NFPA 70E PPE Selector.