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    Putting PPE First

    Dec. 16, 2022
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    Highlights

    Operating a 480VAC disconnect switch requires a risk assessment be performed to determine if arc plash PPE is required.

    Arc Flash Fallacies Exposed

    Aug. 5, 2021
    An inside look at eight common misconceptions that continue to put electrical professionals at risk
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    PV Installation Safety Standards Beyond NEC Art. 690

    July 30, 2021
    Complementing Art. 690 with IEC, UL, and IEEE standards can help further mitigate the dark side of solar installs.
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    NFPA Live June 22: ‘The Big Wide World of Building and Life Safety’

    June 18, 2021
    Register and stay up to date and one step ahead in the vast topic that is safety in the built environment.
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    Smoke Alarms Market Poised to Exceed $3.3 Billion by 2027

    April 16, 2021
    New report evaluates impact of COVID-19 and anticipated changes that will affect future outlook of this industry
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    A Pinch of Peril

    March 2, 2021
    How a seemingly insignificant NM cable staple led to a significant safety event.

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    All firestopping installations must be performed in compliance with a tested and listed firestop system design.

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    Will your fire pump installation maintain the water pressure needed to protect people and property?
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    The Smart Side of Safety

    Nov. 18, 2019
    How the latest NFPA 72 provisions offer insight into emerging trends in the fire and life safety arena.
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    Anatomy of an Electric Dryer Fire

    April 17, 2019
    Examination of abandoned dryer reveals recipe for disaster when lint buildup, burned up conductors, and twist-on wire connector holding it all together are discovered.