by Chad Shaw | Jan 22, 2026 | Electrical Engineering, Electrical Safety
Every facility manager faces this question at some point: Can we handle this electrical compliance issue in-house, or do we need to bring in outside engineering consulting expertise? It’s not always an easy call. You’ve got capable maintenance teams,...
by Chad Shaw | Jan 16, 2026 | Electrical Safety
You’ve got a facility to run, teams depending on you to keep things safe, and let’s be honest, the stakes couldn’t be higher when it comes to electrical work. Every time one of your electricians opens a panel or works near energized equipment,...
by Chad Shaw | Dec 18, 2025 | Electrical Engineering, Electrical Safety
When it comes to workplace electrical safety, the adage “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” couldn’t be more accurate. Yet many facilities approach electrical design and safety protocols as separate concerns, addressing safety issues...
by Chad Shaw | Oct 20, 2025 | Arc Flash, Electrical Safety, Facility Compliance, Risk Management
You’ve got a facility to run, equipment to maintain, and a team counting on you to keep them safe. But here’s the thing: arc flash incidents don’t send warning letters before they happen. One moment, everything’s running smoothly. Next, a...
by Chad Shaw | Oct 20, 2025 | Electrical Safety, Facility Compliance
Let’s be real: managing a facility is like juggling chainsaws while riding a unicycle. You’re dealing with HVAC complaints, coordinating maintenance schedules, and somehow you’re supposed to be an expert on every system in your building, including...
by Chad Shaw | Sep 9, 2025 | Blog, Electrical Safety, Industrial Electrical Consulting, Infrared, Risk Management, Shaw Consulting News
How Thermographic Scanning Prevents Costly Electrical Failures Electrical failures don’t just disrupt operations—they put lives, assets, and reputations at risk. In many cases, the warning signs are invisible until it’s too late. Thermographic scanning, also known as...
