It is important for linemen and other utility workers to always be protected when they work. This means using the proper safety gear, fall protection equipment, and clothing. The clothing that linemen use should not only be durable, but also flame resistant. The high voltage systems that linemen work on are a constant fire hazard… Continue reading Tips for Washing Flame Resistant (FR) Clothing
In the 2012 edition of the NFPA 70E, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) replaced the term “Flame Resistance (FR)” with ”Arc-Rated (AR)” which caused confusion for many in the industry what the difference is between AR and FR clothing. For linemen and electricians, electrical personal protective equipment (PPE) is extremely important because it may… Continue reading AR and FR Clothing: What’s the Difference?
Linemen, electricians, or anyone working near energized electrical equipment needs to be aware of the dangers of arc flash and what precautions they need to be taking when working near equipment that can cause an arc flash. Arc flashes can happen in both high and low-voltage environments but are most common in 480V arcs. Arc… Continue reading Arc Flash Safety: Arc Flash PPE – Arc Flash Suit Categories & Ratings
