Taking Steps to Protect Workers from Common Arc Flash Hazards.

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  • Author(s): Johnson, Phil
  • Source:
    EHS Today. Dec2011, Vol. 4 Issue 12, p37-56. 2p. 2 Color Photographs.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      ELECTRIC arc; INDUSTRIAL safety; PROTECTIVE clothing; SAFETY standards; SAFETY goggles; SPORTS masks; SAFETY
    • Abstract:
      The article offers tips on how to protect workers from electric arc flash hazards. It suggests that appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be wore to prevent electric arc injuries. It states the safety standards to protect workers from arc flash injuries like the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) electrical safety standards. Moreover, specialized safety eyewear, goggles, and face shield must be dielectric and nonconductive.