Arc Flash Protection Levels

[markgusto]

Anyone heard a standard for Arc Flash protection levels & protection?

What equipment/protection is to be provided with your switchgear for certain levels of Arc Flash potential?

Safety Glasses?
Rubber Gloves?
Face Shields?
Rubber Mats?
Body suit?

 

[bphgravity]

Re: Arc Flash Protection Levels

Get yourself a copy of the NFPA 70E. This standard covers this topic in detail.

 

[jmd445]

Re: Arc Flash Protection Levels

I am currently going through that now with 3 buildings. There is no definitive answer. Too many variables. As stated earlier obtain a copy of 70E and study it then attend a safety orientation course. It will be an eye-opener.

Jim

 

[zog]

Re: Arc Flash Protection Levels

I do NFPA 70E training courses and arc flash studies for facillities and Jim is right, it is not that simple.

If you can post (or PM me) with some details about your power system maybe I can give you a basic idea of what to expect.