Electrical safety is about more than just flipping a switch. For those working near energized equipment, knowing the arc flash protection boundaries can mean the difference between walking away safely or suffering a serious injury. Whether you’re a technician, supervisor, or safety manager, understanding these boundaries is critical to planning safe work and ensuring compliance...Read More

Introduction In high-risk environments like electrical work, even routine tasks can quickly become dangerous without the right safeguards in place. While many organizations rely on work order systems to organize and assign jobs, these tools often fall short when it comes to electrical safety. Integrating electrical-specific Job Safety Plans (JSPs) directly into your work order...Read More

In previous versions of CSA Z462:24, Arc Flash PPE Categories were used to determine protection levels based on Table 6A or Table V.1, with Table 6C outlining the minimum arc rating for each category. With the latest update, Arc Flash PPE Categories will be replaced by the lowest PPE arc rating requirement, simplifying PPE selection...Read More

In this article, we’ll provide answers to the following questions: What is an arc flash study? Why is an arc flash study important? Is an arc flash study required by law? When is an arc flash study necessary? How often should an arc flash study be conducted? Who is qualified to perform an arc flash...Read More