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 | Jul 3, 2025 | Arc Flash, Blog, NFPA 70E
When working with energized electrical equipment, knowing when PPE is required can prevent serious injury—and confusion. According to NFPA 70E Table 130.5(C), if you’re operating a breaker under normal operating conditions and it’s not the first time...
by Chad Shaw | May 31, 2025 | Arc Flash, Blog, NFPA 70E
If you’re a plant or facility manager, an electrical engineer, or a safety officer in manufacturing, warehousing, or utilities, you probably feel the pressure these days when it comes to arc flash safety. Insurance companies are getting stricter about arc flash...
by Chad Shaw | Oct 22, 2024 | Arc Flash, Blog, NFPA 70E, Power Systems
Am I Required to Have an Arc Flash Study? Understanding the Necessity and Benefits In industrial and commercial settings where electrical systems are a critical part of daily operations, safety is paramount. One essential element of electrical safety is the arc flash...
