FR Clothing: The Importance of Wearing it
Video by Con Edison on the importance of wearing arc-rated FR clothing
Arc Flash Videos
EPRI and utility videos
Arc-Flash Video for Field Workers
The video is aimed at field workers to highlight key lessons learned on arc flash from real-world testing. Scenarios and hazards covered include:
- 480 V vs. 208 V
- Secondary networks and network protectors
- Arcing durations
- Overhead work
- Traveling arcs
- Padmounted switches
- Worker positioning
- Manholes and vaults
- Importance of proper PPE, including proper arc-rated clothing
Thanks to Con Edison and ComEd for videos from their tests.
For more information, contact Tom Short.
See also the utility videos in the links below for more insight on arc flash.
Arc Flash Testing: 480 Volt Metering
Video by National Grid and EPRI on testing of 480-V meter sockets
Proper Wear of Arc-Rated Clothing
Short video describing the importance of buttoning and tucking arc-rated FR shirts
Last modified December 20, 2021