Workplace Safety

NEC® Requirements, Explained The National Electrical Code® (NEC®) Section 408.4 requires panel schedules and circuit directories to include enough detail so that anyone—whether it’s a building occupant, maintenance worker, or service technician—can easily locate the correct overcurrent device for a given circuit or area. This requirement exists for one simple reason: clarity saves time, and time saves lives when working around electrical equipment. Panel Schedules vs. Circuit

Why smart, experienced workers make critical mistakes. and why understanding the three modes of human performance can prevent them.

NEC 2026 Section 110.16 update series As companies rush to meet the expanded labeling requirements in NEC 2026 Section 110.16 , many electrical contractors ask this question: “Do you handle arc flash calculations in-house, or bring in an expert?” We've heard it time and again: "do we really need an arc flash analysis in (x) scenario?", and this question gives us pause. Many do not realize that “figuring it out” using software or online tools is far from easy . And when it com

Before I ever understood electricity, I understood fear and loss. When I was a young boy in Maine, my dad was helping my grandfather put...

When budgets get tight, safety programs often get pushed to the back burner. corporate executives discussing safety budgets Arc flash...

For years, a persistent myth has circulated in the electrical safety world: “Anything above 40 cal/cm² will kill you instantly.” a...

No injuries. Two breakers tripped. A faint whiff of smoke. Worker reporting a near-miss incident That’s how close one recent incident...

While electrical accidents are rare, their consequences can be severe. They have one of the highest fatality rates of all industrial accidents, and can bring huge costs in repair and downtime.

Why The Gloves You Bought Online Might Be Putting Your Team at Risk During a recent electrical safety training session, a student...

Transformer failures can be catastrophic. At best, they interrupt operations. At worst, they cause fires, widespread downtime, or...

Everyday scenarios—and how to stay safe when the stakes are high Imagine this: you’ve operated the same equipment safely for 20 years....

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.

When customers see a different label on one MCC door, they often question whether it's an error. Beware it may not be a mistake but may indicate the presence of a component that increases the arc flash hazard.