Safety

Protecting electrical professionals from safety hazards on the job, in the plant, and in the field
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Highlights

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EC&M Tech Talk Video — Changes to the 2024 NFPA 70E

Dec. 1, 2023
Randy Barnett covers the most significant changes to this important standard for electrical safety in Episode 33.
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Is Troubleshooting Considered Energized Work?

March 15, 2024
A guide to NFPA 70E requirements for electrical troubleshooting and repair

Announcing the 2024 EC&M Product of the Year Category Winners

March 15, 2024
See the winners of this year's 30 different categories.
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Motor Replacement Safety Tips

March 15, 2024
Understand and prevent the dangers involved in replacing a typical industrial motor.
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DOL Cites Alabama Electrical Contractor for Arc Flash Hazards

March 15, 2024
An electrician incurred life-threatening but preventable arc flash burns.
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EC&M On Air Highlights Terms to Know from the NEC, Part 2

March 11, 2024
ICYMI, Episode 41 presents Harold De Loach's discussion on Art. 100 definitions every electrician needs to know.
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Code Quiz of the Week: No. 429

March 11, 2024
Weekly Quiz on the 2023 National Electrical Code
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Moving Violations Video No. 306: Messy Grounding Electrode Conductor Installation

March 7, 2024
Russ finds a few problems with a grounding electrode conductor installation.
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Summarizing NEC Art. 503 on Class III Locations

March 5, 2024
Article 503 follows Art. 501, Class I locations, and Art. 502, Class II locations.