While electrical contracting work is rewarding, it does come with its fair share of risks.  To reduce these risks, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has established standards to address electrical hazards for contractors.  Unfortunately, these electrical safety standards are neglected far too often, as can be seen by looking at the top ten most …

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Low and medium voltage switchboards play an important role in the safety and efficiency of an electrical distribution system.  Many industrial, commercial, and residential buildings rely on switchboards to effectively distribute electrical power to appliances or electrical devices that are then used by consumers.  Without proper construction and maintenance of the switchboard, failures in the …

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Electrical distribution systems can be complex, and no system is perfect. Accidentally damaging equipment, a tough environment, equipment deterioration, and many other factors can contribute to the occurrence of overcurrents. To avoid costly damage and exposure to serious safety hazards, it is important that proper overcurrent protection devices (OCPD) are installed.  Selecting the appropriate OCPD …

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With improved engineering and design of electrical systems, the amount of hazards that electricians face has been significantly reduced.  However, electrical work still poses certain risks that make the job particularly dangerous.  It is estimated that 600 people die every year from electrical causes—most of them involving low-voltage power (600 volts or less).  Following these safety …

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