Codes and standards are a foundational element of a modern workplace. We highlight two areas for which proper adherence to established standards is crucial for employee safety.
The National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) recently updated the requirements of the 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace. The latest changes bring several important updates from the previous version.
Agency says manufacturer could have prevented an electrician from suffering severe burns during an electrical arc blast if required safety standards were followed.
Transformer maintenance involves several significant hazards. The most obvious of these are electrical risks and hazards, but it’s important to identify the other dangers personnel may encounter.
HVAC installation, maintenance and repair are crucial tasks. They can also be dangerous, so workers in the industry must be aware of all the hazards they may face.
Regardless of your industry, it helps to be wary of brownouts that can hamper your productivity. Facility managers in all sectors should always consider brownouts a serious concern, as they can have multiple negative impacts on operations.
ON DEMAND: The integration of NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace and NFPA 70B, Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance, are key in the establishment of an electrical safety program.
ON DEMAND: This one-hour webinar provides general safety professionals with a practical, non-technical overview of electrical hazards, injury mechanisms, and prevention strategies aligned with OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S and related standards.
