Arc Flash and Electrical Safety

In a manufacturing facility, an arc flash is a dangerous release of energy caused by an electrical fault that occurs in equipment such as circuit breakers, switchgear and other electrical components. This can happen during normal operation of the equipment, as well as during maintenance or repair. The intense heat and bright light generated by an arc flash can cause severe burns and other injuries to workers, as well as damage to equipment and facilities. An arc flash event can be triggered by several factors such as human error, equipment failure, corrosion, dust, moisture and others. Such an event can happen in a number of ways, such as a short circuit, a ground fault or a failure of insulation.

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