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    EC&M Asks — Tips for Safe Selection & Use of Digital Multimeters
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    EC&M On Air Podcast Highlights Arc Flash Safety Topics with Tommy Northcott

    June 5, 2023
    In Episode 24, we're featuring an audio-only version of a popular EC&M video on readers’ most pressing questions about arc flash hazards.
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    Webinar: How Circuit Breaker Condition Affects Arc Flash Safety

    July 31, 2023
    Identifying and troubleshooting the most common issues with switchgear condition and how they relate to arc flash hazards
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    EC&M Asks Video — Estimating the Blast Radius for Debris During an Arc Flash Event

    May 11, 2023
    In Episode 15, Tommy Northcott covers arc flash safety.
    A second person in appropriate PPE and a fire extinguisher are good options to consider when developing an electrical task safety plan.

    Arc Flash Hazards: Prevention vs. Protection

    May 10, 2023
    Why electrical professionals must consider potential hazards before the work starts to ensure safety
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    How to Measure Hidden Electrical Cables

    May 1, 2023
    Case study demonstrates why this task doesn’t need to be tedious

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