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| | | | The piece highlights practical steps for ensuring equipment and work materials are approved, stressing the importance of compliance, respectful communication with AHJs, and understanding code intent. |
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| | Sponsored | | Lockout tagout consistantly lands on OSHA's Top 10 most cited list. Many citations are for missing procedures, poor documentation, or lack of training. A compliant program has many elements, but it starts with 6 key pillars. This article covers the 6 core elements you need to build a robust, successful LOTO program that keeps workers safe and avoids fines. |
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| | | | A fatal power line-related accident took place on the set of a horror move filming around New Orleans, La. |
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| | | The NFPA and IEC have partnered to provide electrical apprentices nationwide with free access to NFPA LiNK, a digital platform featuring over 300 safety codes and standards, including the National Electrical Code, to improve safety education and practical application. |
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| | | Significant updates to this latest edition of the NEC include mandatory manufacturer instructions, arc flash hazard markings, and new rules for service disconnects and wiring support. |
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| | | While working in an electrically safe work condition is important, there are times when working hot is necessary. Make sure you're following the requirements laid out in Art. 130 to help prevent unplanned equipment shutdowns or personnel injuries/death. |
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| | | Applying coatings to electrical connections requires caution. Unauthorized substances like paints or lubricants can insulate or create conductive faults, risking safety and compliance. Use approved products and consult manufacturers for guidance. |
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| | | From scheduled shutdowns to emergency repairs, understanding the distinct risks of planned vs. unplanned maintenance is key to safe execution. And when you find yourself “in the moment,” take a few minutes to step back and slow down to think things through and get a renewed view of the big picture. |
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| | | In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 8" by Mark Lamendola. This episode... |
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