Over the past several months, the term “electrification” has made its way into national conversation. Simply put, electrification means converting the way a machine or system operates to the use of ...

Defining the correct PPE levels based on electrical hazard risk assessments on all electrical equipment will lead to better acceptance by electrical workers. In our quest to provide the safest work ...

In Episode 33, SME Tommy Northcott shares best practices for choosing proper and effective PPE. In Episode 33 of “EC&M Asks,” our subject matter expert Tommy Northcott, P.E., a senior power engineer ...

When thinking about options for electrical protection, you have two choices: locking out and tagging the equipment or providing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Whether you choose ...

Time is critical when working with electrical hazards, and dangerous situations can arise instantly without appropriate equipment. Occupational electrocution and electricity-based injuries continue to ...

Electrical solutions consultant Magnet was appointed Southern African distributor for Dromex personal protection equipment (PPE) in April this year. MD Brian Howarth said Magnet recognised an urgent ...

Milwaukee Tool has added new helmets with different features and options to its line of personal protective equipment. As a leader in PPE manufacturing, we offer solutions in gloves, safety glasses, ...

Do you remember when the average person had no idea what PPE (personal protective equipment) were? Or when only specifically trained professionals wore the PPEs for on-the-job safety? That was before ...

Arc flashes in electric equipment are hazardous to workers and can result in fatalities, costly damage to equipment and delays in production until repairs are made. Arc-flash labels on electrical ...

National Safety Apparel of Cleveland has acquired an Illinois company and named the leader of that business its new president. In a news release, National Safety Apparel said it bought Enespro, a ...

In Episode 33 of “EC&M Asks,” our subject matter expert Tommy Northcott, P.E., a senior power engineer and branch manager for Jacobs Technology, Inc., answers a popular question he gets: When is ...