Tag: Electric Power

Electric Power Standards- What does OSHA consider reasonable estimates of available heat energy?

March 12, 2015

What does OSHA consider reasonable estimates of available heat energy? Understanding that the largest available amount of fault current does not necessarily translate into...

Electric Power, osha

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Electric Power Standards- Aerial Lift Fall Protection

February 22, 2015

Can a 6 foot shock absorbing lanyard be used while working from an aerial lift? The answer requires an assessment to determine if the system will provide worker protection...

Electric Power, osha

Electric Power Standards- Subcontractors Performing Nonelectrical Work in Restricted Areas

February 6, 2015

Does the Host Employer have any responsibility for subcontractors performing nonelectrical work inside restricted workareas. The answer is Yes! Host employers have the...

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Electric Power Training Requirements for Nonelectrical Employees

February 6, 2015

Does OSHA require nonelectrical employees to be “Qualified”? The answer is yes when nonelectrical employees need to access areas, or perform tasks restricted...

Electric Power, Training

Oh, No! Changes in the Workplace

August 8, 2012

Change is rapidly becoming a common denominator for many utility safety programs for a variety of reasons. New equipment and automation bring changes to traditional work...

Electric Power, Management, Training

Confused About Arc Flash Compliance?

December 1, 2009

If you’re in a quandary over arc flash compliance, you’re not alone, according to Incident Prevention’s recent survey. By Pam Tompkins, CSP, CUSA If you’re in a quandary...

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