| | | | | | Understanding common safety violations, such as missing bolts, blocked airflow to busways, and gaps in raceway runs, is crucial for maintaining a safe working environment and avoiding costly equipment failures or injuries. |
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| | Sponsored | | Introducing the SLPB Series— hygienic control solutions for demanding washdown and processing areas. Each fully assembled IP69K and NEMA 4X rated station features a 15° sloped roof for runoff and comes equipped with pushbuttons, indicator lights, or other control devices. Choose from standard pre-configured stations or customize your own. Stainless steel construction is corrosion-resistant, durable and easy to clean. |
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| | | | Learn how to reduce injury risks during material handling by understanding load characteristics, utilizing equipment such as lifting straps and carts, and adopting team lifting strategies. The content stresses patience and planning over rushing to avoid serious injuries. |
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| | Sponsored | | Two NFPA consensus standards play a critical role in keeping workplaces safe after electrical equipment is installed. Most professionals recognize NFPA 70E, *Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace*, but growing attention is now on NFPA 70B, *Standard for Electrical Equipment Maintenance*, which has recently been implemented and is already ... |
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| | Sponsored | | What was revised in Chapters 1-3, and why it should matter to you. |
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| | | This article clarifies the distinction between general skills and true competence in electrical work, emphasizing that correct readings or installation attempts do not equate to being a qualified or competent person, especially in high-risk environments. |
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| | | Fill in the blank. For dwelling unit load calculations in accordance Article 220, a load of not less than _____ for each 2-wire small-appliance branch circuit shall be applied. |
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| | | In this EC&M Tech Talk, master electrician Randy Barnett explains the requirements for non-power-limited remote-control and signaling circuits. Using a mock-up of a main power circuit the video begins with an overview of the components, the construction and operation of the motor starter and then moves into the control circuit. |
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| | | Partial discharge in electrical equipment insulation can lead to catastrophic failure. NETA Certified Technicians must understand the reasons partial discharge may occur and how to properly detect, diagnose, and correct it. |
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| | | Shoddy electrical installers beware: If you’re behind an electrical installation gone wrong like those featured here, there’s a good chance your handiwork may turn up in the pages of EC&M on online someday soon. |
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| | | The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recently announced that the Northcentral Nebraska Electrical Inspection Association is the latest Electrical Inspection Section (EIS) Affiliate Chapter. It will now serve as a key resource for the state of Nebraska's electrical inspection community by providing training, education, and opportunities for... |
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| | | Do you know an up-and-coming young electrical professional who has shown extraordinary results on the job? If so, nominate them for consideration as an EC&M Under 30 All-Star. The deadline is April 1. |
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| | | New research suggests that the construction industry needs to focus more on worker safety and utilizing technology to combat electrical-related injuries and fatalities. Root causes include failed LOTO practices, deficient PPE use, degraded/temporary wiring and equipment, etc. |
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