Managing arc flash risk in your electrical safety program can seem daunting at the beginning, but a successful implementation requires a structured approach. A report and equipment labels may be a good start, but it’s certainly not the end. Below are some key points of good arc flash safety management.
Update your operational methods and safety program
Current regulations in Europe offer limited guidance and they do not require an arc flash risk and assessment. Adding an arc flash risk can be based in the US standard NFPA 70E, but certain elements don’t translate exactly. Updating your electrical safety program to account for arc flash risk is nonetheless a vital step in the process.