Saturday: Preventing Ground Faults
Understand the importance of GFCI protection in wet or damaged environments.
Understanding Hazards, Preventing Injuries
Welcome to the Electrical & Controls Safety Blog. We break down root causes so you can recognize hidden dangers and protect your team. Please refer to your local AHJ for any code requirements or further questions you may have. Note, this blog is not intended to provide code interpretations.
Daily Safety Topic
Friday: Identifying Frayed Cables
A small nick in insulation can lead to a catastrophic short circuit.
Thursday: Inspecting Your PPE
Your life might depend on your gloves. Inspect them daily.
Wednesday: Arc Flash Boundaries
Know your lines and respect the boundaries before opening a panel.
Tuesday: Lockout/Tagout Verification
Proper LOTO isn't just applying a lock; it's proving zero energy state.
Monday: Test Before Touch
Never trust that a circuit is dead just because the switch is off.
Past Incidents
Check back later for more historical analyses.