Articles Tagged with ''NFPA 70E''

Magid® proactively addresses workplace safety under New NFPA guidelines

Provides AR/FR resources to improve understanding and help keep workers safe

June 12, 2015

Magid, a leading manufacturer and supplier of safety solutions and personal protective equipment (PPE), advances understanding of the new NFPA 70E Standards for electrical safety in the workplace specific to PPE.

NFPA 70E: A work in progress

Each new edition further improves electrical safety in the workplace

Sheila Kennedy

May 1, 2015

NFPA 70E®, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, is an indispensable, ongoing work in progress.

Flash testing research program announced

IEEE and NFPA aim to curb a deadly toll

Dave Johnson

February 3, 2015

Getting a better grasp on the phenomena of arc flashes and a better understanding of how to protect electrical workers against these potential killers in the workplace is the objective of a multi-year, $6.5-million program launched late last year by the IEEE and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

Magid® introduces new AR/FR protective clothing

Magid base layer shirts and balaclava address recent NFPA standards to better protect workers

January 26, 2015

Magid, the leading manufacturer and supplier of safety solutions and personal protective equipment (PPE), introduces three new products that provide Arc-Rated (AR) and Flame-Resistant (FR) protection.

Survey: 67% of safety pros conduct arc flash assessments

December 8, 2014

A survey conducted by Littelfuse, Inc. reveals that arc flash safety is a priority among plant professionals and that protection technologies such as arc-flash relays are rapidly growing in popularity.

FR outerwear - Conquer the cold

November 17, 2014

National Safety Apparel (NSA) is here to help you conquer the cold with their Flame Resistant Outerwear line. Select from a variety of options including: Parka, Bomber Jacket, Bib Overall, Vest, Hood, Hat, Liner, and Thermal Base Layers. These garments are designed for cold weather work environments with FR fabric that will not melt, drip, or ignite.

Are arc flash warning signs required by OSHA?

September 3, 2014

A letter to OSHA’s Directorate of Enforcement Programs (DEP) regarding the agency's requirements and the National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) 70E-2004, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, posed the following question:

Occupational injuries from arc flash events

September 3, 2014

Electrical safety in the workplace is an important topic that is addressed by NFPA 70E, Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace® (2015 edition). This document addresses arc flash and shock hazards, and there is a need for more factual incident data on the actual hazards that may be experienced when equipment faults or adverse electrical events occur.

What exactly is arc flash testing and why do I need it?

Hugh Hoagland

July 2, 2014

It's a reasonable question. If you don't know what it is, how can you know if you need it or not? Arc flash testing is the process of determining the arc rating for materials and equipment to be used in electrical hazardous environments. Arc ratings are important in assisting companies and manufacturers in staying compliant with OSHA regulations and in keeping their workforce safe in a potential arc flash situation.

Use good design to reduce arc flash hazard (AFH)

May 28, 2014

Three key factors can determine the intensity of an arc flash harm on you: The quantity of fault current available in your system; the time until an arc flash fault is cleared; your distance from an arc.

ON DEMAND: A discussion of new data on trends in falls and updated resources from CPWR – The Center for Construction Research and Training and the OSHA-NIOSH-CPWR National Campaign to Prevent Falls in Construction.