Update of field analysis of arc flash incidents, PPE protective performance and related worker injuries

Daniel Doan, Elihu Hoagland, T.E. Neal

2010 · 21 citations · 10 references

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Abstract

This paper will provide an expanded field analysis of the effectiveness of arc flash PPE and worker injuries in real world arc flash incidents, and an update on the ASTM test methods used for determining the arc rating of arc flash PPE. New learnings and conclusions relating to the causes of arc flash injuries and PPE strategies that can be effective in reducing injuries will be discussed.

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