Electricity is an indispensable commodity in our modern society. It powers industries, businesses, and homes. With a flick of a switch, customers expect electricity to come through. To achieve this, ...

In the electrical trade, the risks are not only highly consequential but can also come in an instant. Arc flash incidents, which occur when an electrical current deviates from its intended path and ...

Developing technology is a key component of the industrial world — to automate, streamline, simplify and advance. Forward-thinking companies look for innovative ways to incorporate new options of ...

In occupational safety, PPE fit is often discussed in terms of comfort or employee preference. However, OSHA does not frame it that way. Under OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(1)(iii), employers are ...

On December 12, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued its revision to the personal protective equipment (PPE) standard for construction to ensure properly fitting PPE ...

It’s been a very long time, in fact 20 years, since OHSA has updated its arc flash guidance. “OSHA’s new guidance, issued on November 25, targets two major causes of arc flash injuries and fatalities, ...

We are going to run down some of the most common and important types of personal protective equipment (PPE) so you can get a clear overview of the different kinds of PPE and why it is so important.

The U.S. Dept. of Labor announced Dec. 11 that its Occupational Safety and Health Administration has finalized a revision to the personal protective equipment standard for construction. The final rule ...