Arc Flah recovery.

[Chances R`]

Hello folks first time here. Had a accident 3 weeks ago were 480 volt 20 amp arc flashed about a foot from my face. Its been 3 weeks and my eyes are still bothering me. Eye doctor says there fine that the irretation is gone. Anyone out there have experience with arc flash recovery? I would like to think I wont have to live the rest of my life with this discomfort. Any thoughts?

 

[mivey]

No arc flashes at work but did get a couple of flashes with an arc welder. Had a terrible headache but the best I remember is was gone the next day. I don't remember my eyes giving me trouble for a long time either, certainly not for days or even weeks. I would think a couple of days would have resolved the issue (unless material actually entered the eye).

 

[cornbread]

Could your share your experience on how you received the arc flash, what type of PPE you were wearing? Our plant is currently trying to implement NFPA 70E and I think your story could be great example of why we need to embrace 70E.

 

[brother]

I agree, please tell your story, this could help save others.

 

[dnem]

It was explained to me that other than any obviously seen surface/skin damage from the flash, the back of the retina gets an instant "sunburn". . Your retina might recover 100% and it might not. . I'm sure that your doctor could answer that question better than anyone here.

Has he looked into your eyes and examined the retina on the backwall of your eye ?