WHAT KIND OF PPE PROGRAM SHOULD YOU IMPLEMENT?

摘要

Taking into the account the major elements of a risk assessment is important when choosing between task-based and daily wear PPE programs. However, daily wear makes a compelling case for achieving the highest level of protection and compliance. Given the regulatory atmosphere surrounding today's safety conversations, taking steps towards hazard mitigation is now more important than ever. For the electrical industry, this includes taking into account the potential life-threatening effects of arc flash hazards. NFPA 7CE: Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace defines arc flash hazard as "a source of possible injury or damage to health associated with the release of energy caused by an electric arc". While often a brief incident, the electric arc can cause potentially catastrophic burns to anyone in the vicinity.