Announcements

NFPA 70E-2024: Public Input Is Open

With the NFPA 70E-2021 completed, the standard committee is moving on to the 70E-2024 public input stage.The NFPA 70E-2021 is out. Now we are on to the public input stage…

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Burning Questions

Is It Utility Maintenance or Construction Work?

Q: Some workers confuse the applicability of 1910.269 vs. 1926 Subpart V. What is the difference between the two OSHA standards? A: Both OSHA standards apply to utilities.  The difference…

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Burning Questions

How Old is TOO Old for Arc Flash PPE?

Q: Is there an ASTM F1506 revision before which I should not use the PPE any longer? I have been collecting PPE that is no longer being used by certain…

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Burning Questions

No Arc Flash Study? What Is a Contractor to Do?

Q: In the absence of an arc flash study, what PPE and boundaries should we advise our contract electricians to follow? A: As per NFPA 70E, having an arc flash…

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Burning Questions

Where is Footwear Referenced in NFPA 70E?

Q:  What article in 70E states information on EH and DI footwear? I attended a training on 70E. I understand that 70E recommends EH footwear for dry conditions and DI…

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