Stay up-to-date on flame resistant (FR) protection, the critical issue of electrical safety and protecting employees from arc flashes and arc blasts through the use of flame-resistant fabrics in personal protective equipment.
Let’s explore what FR hi-vis clothing is (and what it is not), as well as applications of when employees might need both flame protection and enhanced visibility.
Regular inspections and the implementation of advanced technologies, such as IoT sensors, are essential for early risk detection and prevention of catastrophic events.
Agency says manufacturer could have prevented an electrician from suffering severe burns during an electrical arc blast if required safety standards were followed.
Most professionals already understand the need for eye protection and burn prevention, but gas hazards deserve attention, too. Welding fume safety is an essential, if less evident, part of workshop safety.