Articles by Dennis Neitzel

Arc flash hazards: Are your employees trained?

March 9, 2016

Previous editions of NFPA 70E required an arc flash hazard analysis. The 2015 edition now requires an arc flash risk assessment to determine if an arc flash hazard exists.

When it comes to risk assessment, educating leadership on all of their available options is critical

Mark Ackerson Timothy L. Gauthier Dennis Neitzel

February 9, 2016

The need for analyzing electrical hazards in the workplace has been recognized by a small segment of the industry for many years.

Risk assessment required: Training workers to comply with the NFPA 70E 2015 edition

Dennis Neitzel

February 3, 2015

Previous editions of NFPA 70E required an arc flash hazard analysis. The 2015 edition now requires an arc flash risk assessment to determine if an arc flash hazard exists.

How to conduct electrical hazard risk assessments

Dennis Neitzel

September 3, 2014

Safety assessments of electrical equipment and systems should be a planned and scheduled event to help ensure a safe and reliable electrical system.

Does your training meet new 29 CFR Parts 1910 & 1926 requirements?

Dennis Neitzel

June 2, 2014

The answer to this question depends on whether or not you previously complied with the training and documentation requirements of any or all of the following:

“Qualified Persons” reduce electrical work risks

Dennis Neitzel

October 2, 2013

This article defines and identifies who a Qualified Person is; it will also identify the training required for a person to be considered qualified.

In this webinar you’ll learn about eye & face standards and regulations, hazards associated with fogging eyewear, how to combat it, and different types of safety solutions.

Attendees will gain a thorough understanding of the regulations, standards and program implementation “best practices”, including detailed information on layering for arc flash protection.

ISHN Magazine

2020 August

Among the articles in the August 2020 issue of ISHN Magazine, we have information on creating a spill response plan, reopening workplaces amid COVID-19, advice on choosing EHS software, tips on caring for FR clothing, and much more.

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