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Electrical Safety Blog
Learn about the latest electrical safety, compliance and maintenance best practices.
Written by Guidant engineers and electrical training experts.
Electrical Safety
Two Minute Drill for Electrical Safety
A step-by-step guide for conducting a two-minute drill specifically tailored for electrical safety. Useful for any team working with or around electrical systems before starting any electrical work.
Jeff Kershner
Apr 1, 20255 min read
Error Precursors for Electrical Safety
Error precursors for electrical safety refer to conditions, behaviors, or situations that increase the likelihood of mistakes or...
Jeff Kershner
Apr 1, 20256 min read
Understanding OSHA’S New Arc Flash Guidance
Guidance to avoid severe injuries or fatalities caused by electrical arcs.
Brian Hall & Jeff Kershner
Feb 5, 20255 min read
Prevent Dangerous Shocks with an Assured Equipment Grounding Conductor Program
Introduction: The Cost of Overlooking the Basics Temporary power cables are extensively used during construction or other temporary...
Brian Hall
Nov 27, 20243 min read
Understanding Maximum Available Fault Current: What It Is and Why It Matters
What is MAFC (Maximum Available Fault Current) and why is vital to understand it.
Jeff Kershner
Nov 25, 20244 min read
How to Safely Maintain Your Voltage-Rated Gloves
A step-by-step guide on how to test your voltage-rated gloves to ensure they are still protecting you.
Adam Brooks
Nov 14, 20244 min read
Debunking Low Voltage Myths: Why 120 Volts Isn’t as Safe as You Think
Introduction: Debunking the “Low Voltage, Low Risk” Myth A common misconception in industrial electrical work is that working on 120V...
Brian Hall
Nov 14, 20243 min read
The Crucial Role of Arc Flash Labels in the Context of Workplace Safety and Compliance
Electrical hazard labels, commonly referred to as “arc flash labels” (even though these labels contain both arc flash information as well...
Adam Brooks
Oct 30, 20246 min read
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