Engineering and Safety Compliance Services

An Arc Flash is a fatality waiting to happen. Don’t let it!

An arc flash is the sudden release of energy caused by an electric arc. Not only can it result in equipment loss and downtime, it is also one of the leading causes of workplace injury and death. Any company with an electrical system needs to be aware of potential arc flash hazards and how to address them.

Arc Flash Risk Assessment

Switchgear Power Solutions can perform a comprehensive arc flash risk assessment to properly identify hazards, help determine flash protection boundaries, approach distances, incident arc energy, and required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Assessments include:

Gathering data on electrical distribution systems

» Compiling results of complex calculations

» Accurate system impedance diagram

» Short-circuit study

» Protective-device coordination

» Determination of incident energy

» Recommendations and budget for arc flash mitigation solutions

» Updated one-line diagram

» Customized equipment labels

» Employee training