Electrical and Arc Flash Safety http://electricalarcflashsafety.com Your resource for the latest info about electrical and arc flash training and safety. Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:55:35 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Electrical Accident in Phillipines Kills One and Injures Six http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2012/01/electrical-accident-in-phillipines-kills-one-and-injures-six/ http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2012/01/electrical-accident-in-phillipines-kills-one-and-injures-six/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 20:55:35 +0000 Hugh Hoagland http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/?p=4268 One worker died and six others were hurt after a metallic bar they were holding came into contact with a  high-voltage transmission wire on Dec. 7th.  One worker was pronounced dead at the hospital and the others remain hospitalized.

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“1910.335(a)(1)(v)

Employees shall wear protective equipment for the eyes or face wherever there is danger of injury to the eyes or face from electric arcs or flashes or from flying objects resulting from electrical explosion.”

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In This Issue
December Survey Results: Holiday Safety?
January Survey: Electrical Safety Audits?
CSA Z462 Revision
OSHA Fines this Month
Burn Up the Myth
Arc Test Dates
Updated 2012 Classes
New Magazine Article on Gloves
Electrical Safety in the News
Past Magazine Articles
WA State CEU Update
ASTM Potential Certification Program F18.55
NFPA 70E 2015 Edition Meeting

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IEEE Electrical Safety Workshop

 

Daytona Beach, FL

Jan 31-Feb 3, 2012

Hugh Hoagland &

Mikhail Golovkov

1st Annual Pacific Coast Safety Fest

Dublin, CA

Feb 27 – March 2, 2012

Hugh Hoagland

Safety, Health & Environmental Professional Development Conference

ASSE Audubon Chapter & Tri-State Safety Ind’al Council

Univ of Southern Indiana

Evansville, IN

May 8-9, 2012

Bill Shinn
 

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NFPA 70E 2012 Electrical Safety in the Workplace

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JANUARY 2012

Dear ArcLetter Member,

The ArcWear™ e-Hazard.com Electric Arc and Safety Newsletter provides a quick update on Arc Rated and Flame Resistant Clothing issues and news from OSHA and standards committees. The newsletter is FREE, reaches over 13,000 people and will bring you up to date on the issues that surround flame resistant clothing for flash fire hazards and the electric arc. For previous newsletters or to sign up, visit http://www.arcwear.com or http://www.e-Hazard.com

December Survey Results

Do more electrical safety accidents occur

duing the holidays at your place of employment?

(17 respondents)

December 2012 Survey Pie Chart2

Frequency of Electrical Safety Audits Survey

What is your frequency of
electrical safety audits?

CSA Z462 REVISION

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The 2nd edition of CSA Z462 has been extensively revised and updated. The new edition adds a considerable amount of guidance and resource material in addition to significant technical revisions. The new edition has also been aligned with the changes and revisions to the upcoming 2012 Canadian Electrical Code, Part I.

Click here to order your copy from CSA Standards.

e-Hazard training materials on CSA Z462 will be available Feb 15!

Fines by OSHA on Electrical Hazards

Most citations include electrical hazards.

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Burn Up the Myth:
IE / I&C Technician Training

 

Q: Fuse used My staff are digital instrumentation technicians who will never see any voltages greater than 120VAC. What entity requires training for these type individuals (right now, we’re going to the training because our Electrical group says we need to, but can’t prove a basis for the training, and because it makes sense from a safety point-of-view)? What is the training actually required for these type individuals? Does initial training differ from refresher training? How often is refresher training required?

A: Instrument techs are normally “exposed to” voltages higher than what they commonly “work on”. This is the key. The first issue is shock and understanding when they might be “exposed to” 480V shock exposures; (usually older equipment is the culprit where there is supply and control voltage in the same compartment).

The second issue is 480V arc flash. We have several instances where workers are working on control wiring in MCC’s and a 120V minor arc flash turned into a major 480V arc flash when it ionized air gap in the 480V.

OSHA requires training of all “recognized hazards”. Shock on 120V kills more than 12,500V according to NIOSH. Arc Flash hazards are greatest on 480V systems. There is likely little or no arc flash exposure on 120V systems unless the worker is also “exposed to” 480V. I’m for meeting OSHA requirements on training and not over doing it, BUT I have investigated a few incidents of dead IE/I&C techs who thought they knew everything and had a 480V arc flash, so this work is a hazard. Even 120V control wires can kill in the right conditions. Safety training is law, not just an internal (company) compliance requirement.

Working on 120V is a hazard often ignored. Specific training is required for ALL “qualified persons” by OSHA. It doesn’t spell out what you have to train on specifically but they must be trained.

We worked a case of an untrained and unqualified supervisor in Arkansas forcing an electrician to do work unsafely which resulted in the electrician’s death. That supervisor had not attend training. He lost his job and was also investigated for homicide charges.

 

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Jun 25-29
July 16-20
ASTM F1959, ASTM F2178, ASTM F887 fall protection arc testing and mannequin testing are scheduled at the Kinectrics Lab in Toronto on the dates above.
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Updated 2012 Classes
2012 Class Cover E-Hazard courses and accompanying workbooks are updated with improvements – even from the last Train the Trainer class just held in December. Over 350 trainers have been through the Low Voltage (LV) and High Voltage (HV) Train the Trainer course with e-Hazard, and are qualified to teach using e-Hazard materials. More trainers use e-Hazard training materials than all our competitors combined.
Come to a class or attend our Train the Trainer course and experience the e-Hazard difference. Competitors welcome.
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We also schedule on-site / custom classes at your place of employment. e-Hazard can design a training program around your company’s unique electric safety program needs. We’ve designed specific training for several industries around the country and around the world including petrochemical, waste management, welding, automotive, communications, military, metals and much more.

New Magazine Article in OHSOnline

“Gloves in Arc Flash: A Big Change in NFPA 70E” Here is my latest article that was just published in the OHS Online Magazine on rubber insulating gloves and leather protectors.

Electrical Safety News

NFPA 70E Closing Date for 2015 Proposals and First Meeting Date Announced

01-17-2012 14:10:12 PM

NFPA 70E announced today the first meeting date for the 2015 cycle. Proposals due 6/22/2012 and meeting will be August 22-25, 2012 in Denver, CO. Click here to visit the NFPA 70E Next Edition Page…»

Two Men Injured in an Electrical Accident at Caterpillar Facility in Illinois
12-29-2011 20:46:53 PM

Caterpillar has not released details but is working with authorities following an electrical accident at the Peoria facility. One of the victims is in the hospital with serious burns to his arm, leg and abdomen. The other has been released. The two victims were working for another company at the Caterpillar factory. Click here to read [...]…»

12-28-2011 00:30:56 AM

This is a classic good news/bad news story. Entergy’s Pallisades Nuclear Plant was shut down by an arc flash, electrical fault. The good news is that “no workers were injured”. In the past, a worker or two would have been hurt AND the plant would have been shut down. What might make spectacular news with [...]…»

12-28-2011 00:23:29 AM

Another grocery store arc flash. This is very sad and the lack of understanding is even worse. It was a definitely arc flash but also a possible shock. So many don’t realize the energy in 480V electrical systems in just about EVERY electrical room. Grocery stores, malls etc. http://www.theday.com/article/20111208/NWS04/111209555/1047/nws…»

12-28-2011 00:18:00 AM

Not enough information in this article but with previous citations on electrical guarding, combustible dust and carbon black, it could be combustible dust explosion or arc flash or both. Sad thing is flame resistant clothing would have likely prevented most of the burns in either case. Clothing which meets NFPA 2112 or ASTM F1506 will [...]…»

12-28-2011 00:11:01 AM

An IBEW electrical contractor working on the Caterpillar site sustained arc flash burns in an electrical incident. Knowing IBEW rules and Caterpillar rules it is most likely he was wearing arc rated clothing and following most of NFPA 70E. http://www.pekintimes.com/mobiletopstories/x2019337075/Two-injured-at-Caterpillar …»

12-27-2011 22:34:29 PM

Sharing arc flash information is the purpose of this blog. We seek the best and least commercial information sources of arc flash. IAEI (International Association of Electrical Inspectors) Magazine has several articles on arc flash and has one page dedicated to helping find them. http://www.iaei.org/magazine/tag/arc-flash/…»

12-16-2011 16:28:22 PM

NEMA announced today that Kentucky adopted the NEC 2011 as law with no exceptions, this fundamentally makes Arc Flash Labels law in KY. NEC gives adequate guide to how arc flash labels must be installed in Article 110.16. Read the NEMA Story on NEC adoption in KY.…»

12-16-2011 13:46:43 PM

Superior Glove Newsletter article on non-shock arc flash and other hazard gloves. These are for operators or ground crews exposed to arc flash possibilities but with no shock hazard. Click here to read Hugh Hoagland’s arc flash glove hazard article.…»

Past Magazine Articles

INCIDENT PREVENTION MAGAZINE:

“Five PPE Safety Challenges“, Sep-Oct 2011

“High Visibility and Arc Ratings for Flame Resistance“, Jan-Feb 2009

“NESC 2007 Flame Resistant Clothing“, Jan-Feb 2008

“Top Five PPE Mistakes“, Sept-Oct 2006

ISHN MAGAZINE:

“Arc Flash: Feel the Heat“, November 1, 2011

“Training Strategies: Prev
enting Electrical Fatalities“, May 23, 2011

“Shock and Awe“, November 5, 2009

“Arc Flash Safety“, July 1, 2007

“High Energy Safety“, October 1, 2004

“ISHN’s Power 101“, January 4, 2012

 

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY MAGAZINE:

“Gloves in Arc Flash: A Big Change in NFPA 70E“, Jan 1, 2012

“Making Sense of Electrical PPE“, October 1, 2011

“Using Dielectric and Electrical Hazard Shoes“, April 2, 2011

“Arc Flash Label Best Practices“, September 14, 2010

” Arc Flash Training & PPE Protection”, August 3, 2009

“Arc Protection Around the World“, August 7, 2008

“Disposable FR Garments: What Are the Differences?”,May 4, 2007

“A Far Better 70E“, August 1, 2004

“Facing Up to the Arc Challenge“, May 1, 2003

 

EC&M MAGAZINE:

“Choosing the Proper PPE for Electric Arc Exposure“, Mar 1, 2010

“Disposable FR Garments: What Are the Differences?”, Jan 1, 2008

 

ELECTRIC ENERGY ONLINE:

“Protecting Workers, Saving Lives: OSHA Apparel Standard 1994 to Today”,May-June 2004

“Electric Arc Hazards and Clothing“, Fall 2001

Additional WA State Classes for CEU Credits

Recently several more classes were added to those approved by the State of Washington for electrical continuing education credits. Thus there are four choices:

ASTM Potential Certification Program – F18.55
Please see the file at the link below as it discusses a potential certification program based on the F18.55 standards. At this time, ASTM is looking at the interest level in such a program. After reading the file, reply to Jeff Adkins @ jadkins@astm.org.

Click here to visit ASTM Potential Certification Program – F18.55

2015 NFPA 70E Edition Proposal and Meeting Dates
 

Proposals for NFPA 70E-2015 are due June 22, 2012.

Click here to download the Word Document proposal form from NFPA.

First Draft Meeting of the 2015 edition of NFPA 70E in Denver from August 18-25.


Click here to visit the Next Edition tab of NFPA 70E.

Our newsletter is sponsored by many companies around the world. If you have ideas for articles or have questions, don’t hesitate to write.
Sincerely,


Hugh Hoagland
ArcWear.com

13113 Eastpoint Park Blvd. Suite E
Louisville, KY 40223
Office: 502-333-0510
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November Survey Results: Arc Flash Incident?
December Survey: Adequate Safety Training?
New Team Member
ISHN Power 101
NETA News
OSHA Fines this Month
Burn Up the Myth
Arc Test Dates
Proposed Non-Leather Glove Protector ASTM Standard
ASTM Standards Update
Electrical Safety & Accident News
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 IEEE Electrical Safety Workshop 

 

Daytona Beach, FL

Jan 31-Feb 3, 2012

Hugh Hoagland &

Mikhail Golovkov

1st Annual Pacific Coast Safety Fest

Dublin, CA

Feb 27 – March 2, 2012

Hugh Hoagland

Safety, Health & Environmental Professional Development Conference

ASSE Audubon Chapter & Tri-State Safety Ind’al Council

Univ of Southern Indiana

Evansville, IN

May 8-9, 2012

Bill Shinn

 

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NFPA 70E 2012 Electrical Safety in the Workplace

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DECEMBER 2011

Dear ArcLetter Member,

 

The ArcWear™ e-Hazard.com Electric Arc and Safety Newsletter provides a quick update on Arc Rated and Flame Resistant Clothing issues and news from OSHA and standards committees. The newsletter is FREE, reaches over 13,000 people and will bring you up to date on the issues that surround flame resistant clothing for flash fire hazards and the electric arc. For previous newsletters or to sign up, visit http://www.arcwear.com or http://www.e-Hazard.com

November Survey Results 

Is the electrical safety training

 

at your employment site adequate?

(39 respondents)

  

 

December 2011 Survey

December Survey
 Do more electrical safety accidents occur during the holidays at your place of employment?

 Click HERE to take the Survey. 

New Team Member

 

Pat Stagno

 

We are very pleased to welcome Pat Stagno to the e-Hazard Team of Instructors!  

 

Pat is well known across the country as a subject-matter expert on OSHA and Electrical Safe Work Practices, specializing in NESC, NFPA 70E,and Medium to High Voltage Substations and Underground Secondary Networks.  Pat has nearly 25 years of experience in the technical, safety, and utility fields, and is skilled at welding, sheet metal fabrication, HVAC installation and repair, pipefitting, plumbing, chemical/biological response, forklift & crane operation, and firefighting.  Pat comes with an impressive resume of certifications, and will be instructing our Low Voltage Qualified NFPA 70E, High Voltage Qualified, OSHA 10 Hour Transmission & Distribution, NESC Safety, and other courses.  

 

Be watching our website for an update to our Training Team Members’ page.

 

Hugh Hoagland named to ISHN POWER 101

e-Hazard and ArcWear founder, Hugh Hoagland, has been named one of ISHN’s Power 101 in safety this year.  As one of several ASSE members named, they will be featuring an ad recognizing this accomplishmnet in both the ISHN Power 101 issue and the February issue of the Profesional Safety Journal.  Hugh’s accomplishments in arc flash research, standards and training  were cited in him being chosen.Fuse used

 

 

Click here to visit ISHN Magazine webpage. 

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NETA News

  

NETA

In the current Winter 2011 issue (pages 73-74) of NETAWorld Journal is the published article by e-Hazard instructor, Al Havens, entitled “Medium Voltage Starter Control Circuit Safety Issue.” 

  

 Click here to visit NETA InterNational Electrical Testing Assn. 

  

NETA also granted approval for e-Hazard’s Low Voltage Qualified NFPA 70E course, and has added the following to their NETA Public Course Listing:

  • Instructor-led:  8 Safety hours
  • Video:  8 Safety hours
  • Online:  4 Safety hours

Click here for further information on  Low Voltage Qualified NFPA 70E course.  

 

Fines by OSHA on Electrical Hazards this Month
Most citations this month include electrical hazards. 

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Click here to see the citations and our commentary.

Burn Up the Myth:
Arc Gloves & Cut Resistance
Q:  I have a small pilot program to reduce hand injuries.  We have been testing cut resistant Kevlar gloves from several manufacturers and they seem to be providing better protection to our lineman when they are splicing & termination URD cable.  After sitting in on your presentation during the ICUEE show, I have been wondering what would happen if one if the lineman would try to use these gloves as a liner inside their 20 KV gloves.

 

Has any of your testing involved these types of gloves?   Is Kevlar inherently FR (and Arc Resistant) or are there different types of Kevlar?

 

Is Kevlar inherently non-conductive or will Kevlar become conductive or allow electrical tracking at higher voltages or moisture levels (from sweaty hands).

 

If your testing has not involved these gloves, are you aware of other who might have tested them?

 

Thanks in advance,Kevlar Gloves

(Anonymous)

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A: If you look below, ASTM is considering something similar to what you are proposing. The F18 committee has voted to consider developing a standard for cut resistant protectors which could offer advantages over leather.  If you are interested in the new standard you should let the chair of the taskforce know.  No products like this are on the market because they are not currently legal but if this standard can work through the ASTM F18 committee, it is likely to be allowed by NFPA 70E and OSHA law in the future.

 

I haven’t tested that specific glove but here are my thoughts.

 

Kevlar is excellent in arc flash.  The coating could be another matter.  Without the coating the Kevlar or many other blends could be excellent glove liners.  That being said, I have tested many Kevlar gloves like these and haven’t seen any with a coating that ignited.  Some could, but none have to date. 

 

 

Kevlar is non-conductive, but not like a rubber insulation but glove liners are normally cotton so Kevlar would excellent for a liner.  Kevlar would be just as good as a cotton glove liner and will not continue to burn and will not melt in arc flash.

 

I think you have a good glove for your use, but I’d look into the coating to make sure it doesn’t cause any issues under the rubber.  Pure Kevlar gloves would be fine for arc flash and cut resistance under the rubber gloves but some blends with Kevlar or Twaron (another brand of para-aramid) could work well too and migh be a little less costly and give other desirable qualities.

 

I have arc rated several gloves similar to the ones you are using:

 

PowerFlex from Ansell

Superior Glove

Revco

NSA

Youngstown Gloves

MechanixWear

and others.

 

Good luck in doing innovative things to keep people safe and more comfortable. 

 

Hugh Hoagland

ArcWear.com

ArcWear™ Arc Testing Dates
 
2012
Jan 9-13

Feb 13-17
Mar 19-23
Apr 23-27
May 28- Jun 1
Jun 25-29
July 16-20

ASTM F1959, ASTM F2178, ASTM F887 fall protection arc testing and mannequin testing are scheduled at the Kinectrics Lab in Toronto on the dates above.

 

Ship materials or clothing to:   
Hugh Hoagland
ArcWear.com
13113 Eastpoint Park Blvd.
Suite E
Louisville, KY
40223
PH: 502-333-0510
arctesting@ArcWear.com
We must receive one week before the test date for sample preparation or make arrangements to ship to lab. New and non US/Canadian Customers must make payment before test date.  Testing is offered on a first come/first served basis with priority for consulting customers.
New policies:
  • $100 per material for prep/washing and cutting panels ($200 for items arriving less than 7 days before test date to cover preparation overtime)
  • $200 for shipping a signed hard-copy report
No guarantee is made of when testing will occur; we do all in our power to test within one month of receipt.  
All ArcWear.com testing is performed at Kinectrics High Current lab in Toronto, Canada.  Kinectrics is an ISO 17025 accredited lab by the Standards Council of Canada.

Proposed Non-Leather Glove Protector ASTM Standards
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The F18 committee voted to consider a separate standard for glove protectors other than leather. This is a chicken and egg issue since NFPA 70E and OSHA require ASTM F696 (leather ONLY) and D120 (rubber ONLY). Manufacturers interested in producing and end users interested in using protectors made of flame resistant/arc rated materials like Twaron, Kevlar, Modacrylic, Kermel, Nomex and others should contact Doug Lovette Chair of the ASTM subcommittee over worker protection.
To show interest in this becoming a standard e-mail Doug Lovette at powermgr@att.net.

ASTM Standards Update
The following new ASTM standards and Work Items descriptions are available:

F1826 – Standard Specification for Live Line and Measuring Telescoping Tools has been reapproved, available as F1826-00(2011) developed by Committee F18.35, ASTM BOS Volume 10.03.

 

F712 – Standard Test Methods and Specifications for Electrically Insulating Plastic Guard Equipment for Protection of Workers has been reapproved, available as F712-06(2011) developed by Committee F18.25, ASTM BOS Volume 10.03.

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Electrical Safety & Accident News
12-29-2011 20:46:53 PM

Caterpillar has not released details but is working with authorities following an electrical accident at the Peoria facility.  One of the victims is in the hospital with serious burns to his arm, leg and abdomen.  The other has been released.  The two victims were working for another company at the Caterpillar factory. Click here to read [...]…»

 

12-28-2011 00:30:56 AM

This is a classic good news/bad news story. Entergy’s Pallisades Nuclear Plant was shut down by an arc flash, electrical fault.  The good news is that “no workers were injured”.  In the past, a worker or two would have been hurt AND the plant would have  been shut down.  What might make spectacular news with [...]…»

12-28-2011 00:23:29 AM

Another grocery store arc flash. This is very sad and the lack of understanding is even worse.  It was a definitely arc flash but also a possible shock.  So many don’t realize the energy in 480V electrical systems in just about EVERY electrical room.  Grocery stores, malls etc. http://www.theday.com/article/20111208/NWS04/111209555/1047/nws…»

 

12-28-2011 00:18:00 AM

Not enough information in this article but with previous citations on electrical guarding, combustible dust and carbon black, it could be combustible dust explosion or arc flash or both. Sad thing is flame resistant clothing would have likely prevented most of the burns in either case.  Clothing which meets NFPA 2112 or ASTM F1506 will [...]…»

12-28-2011 00:11:01 AM

An IBEW electrical contractor working on the Caterpillar site sustained arc flash burns in an electrical incident.  Knowing IBEW rules and Caterpillar rules it is most likely he was wearing arc rated clothing and following most of NFPA 70E. http://www.pekintimes.com/mobiletopstories/x2019337075/Two-injured-at-Caterpillar  …»

12-27-2011 22:34:29 PM

Sharing arc flash information is the purpose of this blog.  We seek the best and least commercial information sources of arc flash. IAEI (International Association of Electrical Inspectors) Magazine has several articles on arc flash and has one page dedicated to helping find them. http://www.iaei.org/magazine/tag/arc-flash/…»

12-16-2011 16:28:22 PM

NEMA announced today that Kentucky adopted the NEC 2011 as law with no exceptions, this fundamentally makes Arc Flash Labels law in KY.  NEC gives adequate guide to how arc flash labels must be installed in Article 110.16. Read the NEMA Story on NEC adoption in KY.…»

12-16-2011 13:46:43 PM

Superior Glove Newsletter article on non-shock arc flash and other hazard gloves.  These are for operators or ground crews exposed to arc flash possibilities but with no shock hazard. Click here to read Hugh Hoagland’s arc flash glove hazard article.…»

12-16-2011 13:26:43 PM

The worker in this story is installing a new smart meter when the arc fault occured. Wearing close to right PPE.  Likely no energy calc.  He got burned but no clothing ignition.  Lucky and likely to have little life changing burns but PPE could have been better matched from this description. Wonderful that the fire [...]…»

12-13-2011 14:25:50 PM

When an electrical worker gets burned and the word explosion is mentioned, it is usually an arc flash.  Arc flash sustained by a worker are covered under OSHA hazard assessment requirements and both NFPA 70E and NESC.  Most workers are doing things they didn’t expect to get into an arc flash over. Click here to [...]…»

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]]> http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2011/12/arcweare-hazard-electric-arc-newsletter-december-2011/feed/ 0 Two Men Injured in an Electrical Accident at Caterpillar Facility in Illinois http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2011/12/two-men-injured-in-an-electrical-accident-at-caterpillar-facility-in-illinois/ http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2011/12/two-men-injured-in-an-electrical-accident-at-caterpillar-facility-in-illinois/#comments Fri, 30 Dec 2011 01:46:53 +0000 Hugh Hoagland http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/?p=4298

Caterpillar has not released details but is working with authorities following an electrical accident at the Peoria facility.  One of the victims is in the hospital with serious burns to his arm, leg and abdomen.  The other has been released.  The two victims were working for another company at the Caterpillar factory.

Click here to read more about the Electrical Accident at Caterpillar

 

]]> http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2011/12/two-men-injured-in-an-electrical-accident-at-caterpillar-facility-in-illinois/feed/ 0 Good News Bad News Entergy Nuclear Plant Shut Down By Arc Flash http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2011/12/good-news-bad-news-entergy-nuclear-plant-shut-down-by-arc-flash/ http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2011/12/good-news-bad-news-entergy-nuclear-plant-shut-down-by-arc-flash/#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:30:56 +0000 Hugh Hoagland http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/?p=4292 This is a classic good news/bad news story. Entergy’s Pallisades Nuclear Plant was shut down by an arc flash, electrical fault.  The good news is that “no workers were injured”.  In the past, a worker or two would have been hurt AND the plant would have  been shut down.  What might make spectacular news with “nuclear plant” and “shut down” listed in the same story is to me a huge victory!  No workers injured.  Plant was shut down. Agreed, that’s not good.  No one was hurt.  I’m sure Entergy lost income. That’s bad but “no worker was injured”.  Little celebration here!  Following NFPA 70E in all nuclear plants in the US and Entergy was among the first to implement, has saved another life.

http://www.hollandsentinel.com/feature/x133070586/Report-Inadequate-safety-policies-led-to-nuclear-plant-incident

 

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http://www.theday.com/article/20111208/NWS04/111209555/1047/nws

]]> http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2011/12/arc-flash-in-grocery-store-in-old-lyme-ct-december-08-2011/feed/ 0 Flash Fire at Polymer Plant: Combustible Dust or Arc Flash http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2011/12/flash-fire-at-polymer-plant-combustible-dust-or-arc-flash/ http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/2011/12/flash-fire-at-polymer-plant-combustible-dust-or-arc-flash/#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:18:00 +0000 Hugh Hoagland http://electricalarcflashsafety.com/?p=4286 Not enough information in this article but with previous citations on electrical guarding, combustible dust and carbon black, it could be combustible dust explosion or arc flash or both. Sad thing is flame resistant clothing would have likely prevented most of the burns in either case.  Clothing which meets NFPA 2112 or ASTM F1506 will usually protect from most of the body burns in these incidents.

http://www.courierpress.com/news/2011/dec/17/polymer-employee-dies-from-injuries-after/

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