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    The document discusses common myths about arc flash studies. It addresses six myths: 1) that arc flash explosions don't happen, 2) that thermography rules out the need for an arc flash analysis, 3) that low-voltage equipment doesn't require arc flash protection, 4) that de-energized work doesn't require an arc flash study, 5) that arc flash analysis is just panel labeling, and 6) that defining PPE is the only objective of an arc flash study. The document explains the realities of each myth, emphasizing that arc flash hazards exist across all voltage levels and work conditions, and that the main objective of an arc flash study is to introduce mitigation techniques rather than just defining PPE requirements

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    The document discusses common myths about arc flash studies. It addresses six myths: 1) that arc flash explosions don't happen, 2) that thermography rules out the need for an arc flash analysis, 3) that low-voltage equipment doesn't require arc flash protection, 4) that de-energized work doesn't require an arc flash study, 5) that arc flash analysis is just panel labeling, and 6) that defining PPE is the only objective of an arc flash study. The document explains the realities of each myth, emphasizing that arc flash hazards exist across all voltage levels and work conditions, and that the main objective of an arc flash study is to introduce mitigation techniques rather than just defining PPE requirements

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    The document discusses common myths about arc flash studies. It addresses six myths: 1) that arc flash explosions don't happen, 2) that thermography rules out the need for an arc flash analysis, 3) that low-voltage equipment doesn't require arc flash protection, 4) that de-energized work doesn't require an arc flash study, 5) that arc flash analysis is just panel labeling, and 6) that defining PPE is the only objective of an arc flash study. The document explains the realities of each myth, emphasizing that arc flash hazards exist across all voltage levels and work conditions, and that the main objective of an arc flash study is to introduce mitigation techniques rather than just defining PPE requirements

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    Ajithkumar Sivaprakasam

    ajithkumar.s@powerprojectsindia.com
    +91 93803 14781
    [www.linkedin.com/in/ajithkumar-sivaprakasam]

    MYTHS ABOUT ARC FLASH STUDY

    MYTH NO: 1
    Arc flash explosions do not happen… I have never seen one… It will not
    happen to me
    REALITY:

    Electrical work by nature is dangerous due to the high energy levels


    involved and until an accident occurs, we will not realize the fact as
    electricity is odorless, colorless, and it is invisible.
    Every industrial/ commercial power system is potentially risky.
    Specifically, Electrical shock and Arc Flash are more vulnerable for
    workers while handling energized Electrical equipment.
    MYTH NO: 2
    Regular Thermography of Electrical equipment rules out, an Arc Flash
    analysis
    REALITY:

    Thermography only helps to detect Electrical equipment failure because


    of loose connections. Overheating of conductive parts may cause an Arc.
    However, most of Arc Flash caused only can be avoided through regular
    Arc-Flash analysis of the facility and regular safety training
    programs.
    MYTH NO: 3
    “Working on low-voltage equipment, I don’t have to worry about Arc
    Flash.”
    REALITY:

    The simple answer is NO because an Arc Flash is a burst of energy, not


    solely electricity, so the voltage of the electrical system in which it occurs
    isn’t the major factor in the scale of the blast. Due to the high fault currents,
    Arc Flash hazard levels may be higher at low voltages.

    For power system studies and corporate training requirements, contact us.
    www.powerprojectsindia.com & info@powerprojectsindia.com
    Ajithkumar Sivaprakasam
    ajithkumar.s@powerprojectsindia.com
    +91 93803 14781
    [www.linkedin.com/in/ajithkumar-sivaprakasam]

    MYTH NO: 4
    “We are executing maintenance/ troubleshooting in De-Energized
    condition… We never require Arc Flash Study”
    REALITY:

    The term “de-energized” is widely misunderstood. Lockout/Tagout and


    “de-energized” are not the same, and NFPA-70E refers to establishing an
    electrically safe work condition, which also involves more than “de-
    energizing.”
    OSHA maintains that all works performed on electrical equipment are
    considered energized, with all necessary shock and arc-flash personal
    protective equipment worn.
    MYTH NO: 5
    “Arc flash analysis is simply panel labelling”
    REALITY:

    It is not just labelling the panels. An analysis is about hazard reduction


    and detecting possible faults that may occur in the system. It is a
    preventative measure to avoid Arc flash hazards. Such measurements
    determine the adequate PPE required.
    MYTH NO: 6
    “Defining PPE is the only objective of Arc Flash Study”
    REALITY:

    PPE may be used as a temporary control measure until another alternative


    is installed. However, the Main objective of the Arc Flash Study is to mitigate
    the effects of the Arc Flash Hazards by introducing suitable mitigation
    technics.

    For power system studies and corporate training requirements, contact us.
    www.powerprojectsindia.com & info@powerprojectsindia.com

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