Understanding and protecting against arc flash and other electrical hazards and meeting the requirements of NFPA 70E has become more widely practiced in the past several years, and “8 cal” has become ...

“Personal protective equipment (PPE) is inconvenient and uncomfortable, and this will only take a second. Besides, I’ve done this before, and it’s been fine every time. Will skipping PPE once really ...

About six years ago, I was excited and eager to have regular opportunities to get out from behind my computer-aided design (CAD) workstation and visit our utility’s substations, transmission line ...

NEW YORK, NY / ACCESSWIRE / December 31, 2024 / Industries such as oil and gas, electric utilities, and manufacturing involve higher risks for employees, who may be exposed to dangers like fire, arc ...

Flame-resistant (FR) clothing has come a long way from its origins in the lab of French chemist Joseph Louis Gay-Lussac, who first discovered that ammonium phosphates and borax were capable of making ...

While the primary goal of flame-resistant clothing is protection, there is still a place to consider employee comfort. FR clothing that's restrictive or prevents a certain range of motion could render ...

Whether they guard against harm from the sun, wind, rain, or fire, protective garments are essential for many workers in the electrical industry. Depending on the particular work environment, personal ...

Flame-retardant (FR) clothing was once characterized by linemen as stiff, hot and downright uncomfortable. Thanks to advances in technology, however, today’s FR garments are just about as wearable as ...

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Electrical workers face the risk of unexpected arc flash incidents throughout their daily operations by the very nature of their job. The right apparel can offer protection and peace of mind. NFPA 70E ...

Made from Tencate Tecasafe Plus fabric in khaki or dark navy, this line of flame-resistant (FR) apparel includes a work shirt, a relaxed-fit work pant, and a work coverall. This flame-resistant (FR) ...

With escalating concern about Zika virus and cases of Lyme Disease on the rise, outdoor workers are particularly at risk. Oct. 6, 2016 With escalating concern about Zika virus and cases of Lyme ...