An Arc Flash Risk Assessment is a technical analysis to evaluate the potential hazards of an electrical system and determine the appropriate safety measures to maintain compliance and prevent accidents, injuries, and downtime.
Data Collection
We gather information about your electrical system and model available fault current and protective device clearing times.
Perform Coordination Study
We calculate voltage and power characteristics of your system under different fault conditions.
Finalize Assessment
We install appropriate labeling, provide a coordination study, and certify that you are up-to-date and in operational compliance.
Overview
An arc flash risk assessment is a technical analysis that is used to evaluate the potential hazards of an electrical system and determine the appropriate safety measures to prevent accidents and injuries. The study involves analyzing the electrical system to determine the available fault current, the protective device clearing times, and the incident energy levels at specific locations within the system.
We begin with an arc flash assessment to gather data about the electrical system, including the type and rating of the equipment, the size and type of conductors, and the protective device settings. This information is then used to model the electrical system and calculate the available fault current and the protective device clearing times.
Once the arc flash assessment is complete, the results are used to develop a comprehensive safety plan for the electrical system. This may include recommendations for protective equipment, safety procedures, and training for workers. The study will be used to install updated labeling on the equipment to provide workers with clear and accurate information about the potential hazards of the system.
Overall, an arc flash study is a critical tool for ensuring the safety of workers and the proper function of protective devices in electrical systems. By analyzing the system and calculating the incident energy levels, the study provides important information that can be used to prevent accidents, injuries, and maintain compliance. The resulting incident energy levels are then used to determine the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) that workers must wear to protect themselves from the hazards of an arc flash.