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No Room for Mistakes: Managing Human Error in Electrical Safety
(A Guide for Leaders and Safety Pros) With electrical safety, mistakes are rarely minor. Unlike many other workplace risks, electrical errors often allow no second chances. A small lapse in judgment can result in a severe injury, equipment damage, or even a fatality. That’s why NFPA 70E® emphasizes the role of human error in electrical incidents and requires employers to account for it in risk assessments. And it’s why facility and operations leaders must do more than “check

Brian Hall
Oct 64 min read


Why Resetting a Tripped Breaker Without Testing First Is a Serious Mistake
Resetting a tripped breaker might feel like a simple task — but it can be one of the most dangerous actions an electrician takes. In one...

Brian Hall
Sep 293 min read


He Followed NFPA 70E® — That’s Why He Went Home Safe
Real story. Real risk. The right precautions made all the difference. We buckle our seatbelt not because we expect to crash, but because...

Jeff Kershner
Aug 182 min read


Why OSHA Isn’t Enough — And Why Safety Still Matters Even Amid Likely Budget Cuts
Proactive assessment protects your people and your business, it prevents injuries or fatalities, and also avoids costly downtime.

Brian Hall
Aug 113 min read


How Often Should You Test Transformer Oil, and How to Do It Right
Transformer failures can be catastrophic. At best, they interrupt operations. At worst, they cause fires, widespread downtime, or...

Brian Hall
Jul 283 min read


Think Training Is Too Expensive? These Programs Might Pay You Back
Across the U.S., many states offer programs designed to support job training – often by reimbursing a portion of eligible training expenses.

GP News Team
Jul 141 min read


Which Electrical Safety Class Is Right for Your Team?
How to determine which Electrical Safety Training is best for your team? Not everyone in your facility faces the same electrical risks. Some employees might only use extension cords, while others regularly open energized panels. All of them need to be trained appropriately for the work they do and the hazards they may encounter.

Brian Hall
Jul 73 min read


How to Choose the Right Electrical Safety Trainer
If you’re wondering what to look for in an electrical safety trainer, this article is for you.

Adam Brooks
Jun 163 min read


The Power of Purpose: Brian Hall's Story in Electrical Safety Training Is a Must-Listen
Electrical safety expert Brian Hall shares how a near-death accident reshaped his life—and how he now uses his hard-earned experience to train workers across industries to recognize and prevent hazards. In this episode of Everyday Heroes, discover how real stories make real impact.

Paul Decker
Apr 282 min read


What is TechCred?
Ohio’s TechCred reimburses up to $2,000 per employee for tech training, helping businesses upskill workers and grow in a tech-driven economy

Brian Hall
Apr 82 min read


A Step-by-Step Guide: Reversing Rotation Direction in Three-Phase Electric Motors
Guide to change the rotation direction of a three-phase motor safely by swapping two wires, ensuring efficiency and safety.

Brian Hall
Feb 182 min read
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