NDLI: Understanding and reducing arc flash hazards

Content Provider	IEEE Xplore Digital Library
Author	Weigel, J. Clough, J. Leuschner, B.
Copyright Year	2004
Abstract	Recent changes in workplace safety regulations have heightened the awareness of hazards associated with electrical arcs. The hazard level must be quantified and workers properly protected before entering proximity of exposed energized conductors. The evolution of safe work practice standards has spawned significant research into the characteristics of and energy within an electrical arc. This article presents some ways of protection and safety for the workers due to electric arc flashes. The 2000 edition of NFPA 70E presents and opportunity to re-examine the electrical system and procedures and gain a better understanding of potential weaknesses. Employee safety can be improved, thereby reducing the financial risk to the company.
Starting Page	80
Ending Page	85
File Size	1555898
Page Count	6
File Format	PDF
ISBN	0780384326
DOI	10.1109/CPRE.2004.238413
Language	English
Publisher	Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (IEEE)
Publisher Date	2004-04-01
Publisher Place	USA
Access Restriction	Subscribed
Rights Holder	Texas A&M University
Subject Keyword	Hazards Protection Circuit faults Fault currents Conductors Employment Electrical safety Power engineering and energy Voltage Occupational safety
Content Type	Text
Resource Type	Article

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Understanding and reducing arc flash hazards