Electric Arc Flash
Alarming Arc Flash Facts
An arc flash occurs when powerful, high-amperage currents travel, or arc, through the air causing a dangerous release of energy that can reach up to 35,000°F. When it comes to electrical accidents, the numbers speak for themselves:
- Over 30,000 arc flash incidents occur every year
- Up to 80% of all electrical injuries are burns resulting from an arc flash
- More than 7,000 burn injuries result from arc flash explosions annually. Some are severe and life-threatening, requiring skin grafts or amputations.
The human impact is staggering. Beyond the physical harm, the trauma of these incidents can haunt workers for years.
The good news? Most of these accidents are preventable with the right precautions in place.
Our Arc Flash Solutions
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Carhartt® AR/FR Enhanced Visibility Work Shirt
6.5 oz, 88% Cotton/12% high tenacity Nylon
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Carhartt® AR/FR Long Sleeve T-Shirt
6.7 oz., 50% Modacrylic/40% Lyocell/10% Para-Aramid
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Carhartt® AR/FR Enhanced Visibility Pant
9 oz. fabric, 88% FR cotton/12% high tenacity Nylon Twill
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Carhartt® AR/FR Enhanced Visibility Coverall
7 oz, 88% Cotton/12% high tenacity Nylon twill
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DID YOU KNOW?
NFPA 70E is an industry standard which outlines how to properly protect your employees and create a safe working environment, as well as help your company comply with government regulations.
NFPA 70E applies to all personnel working on energized equipment greater than 50 volts or equipment that could produce an arc flash – which means virtually every industry has employees at risk.
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