Arc Flash Training

Arc Flash Training focuses on recent code revisions from NEC, CEC and NFPA regarding electrical safety training, specifically electrical fault hazards. As well, our electrical safety training involves electrical inspectors who make special presentations about electrical safety codes and standards. Also, various personal protective equipment (ppe) Flame Retardant clothing manufacturers will discuss the wide range of options available when it comes to personal protective clothing and electrical safety equipment.

In addition, we will present a special One-Day Tutorial On Electrical Safety and Arc Flash Hazards.

During this tutorial you will:

• Define short circuits and electrical arcs.
• Understand arc flash parameters.
• Determine energy released during a short circuit and why you need to be protected.
• Learn techniques for reducing explosive energy.
• Learn how to protect yourself and those around you from electrical hazards.
• Learn how to select proper personal protective equipment (PPE) for the right environment.

Electrical dangers such as shock, electrocution, electrical explosion, and arc blast will always be present on the job, but proper training and safety strategies can minimize the likelihood of injuries and fatalities. NFPA 70E - Electrical Safety in the Workplace - covers the full range of electrical safety issues from work practices to maintenance, special equipment requirements, and installation. In fact, OSHA in the United States already bases its electrical safety mandates on the comprehensive information in this important Standard. THIS STANDARD FOR ELECTRICAL SAFETY PROTECTION IS BEING CONSIDERED FOR ADOPTION IN CANADA AND IT IS ADVISABLE THAT ALL CANADIAN COMPANIES BECOME FAMILIAR WITH ARC FLASH STANDARDS AND PRACTICES

Who Should Attend:
Utility, industrial, commercial, institutional electrical professionals, electrical contractors, and others who are involved in hands-on electrical roles or maintenance planning. This includes electrical engineers, electrical technicians, electricians, linemen, supervisors, and other personnel who work on or near energized electrical equipment and systems are also prime candidates for this course.

Bonus Features:

With your forum participation, (which includes Refreshments, Lunches and Hospitality Suite Sponsored by Eaton Electrical) you will receive the following:

• A FREE 133-Page NFPA 70E STANDARD FOR ELECTRICAL SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE (Value $60)
• A FREE Electricity Forum 120-page Electrical Safety Handbook (Value $35.00)
• An Electricity Forum Coupon (Value $100) to be used against any future 2005 Electricity Forum event (restrictions apply)
• 1.4 CEU credits issued by the Engineering Institute of Canada. (GST #R105219976)
• Forum Presentations in Paper Format
• CD Rom containing Presentations

DAY 1

9:00 a.m.
Electrical Safety Awareness

Hightlights of Presentation:

Electrical Hazards

• SHOCK
• FLASH BURNS
• BLAST PRESSURE

Existing and Proposed Standards

• NFPA70E-2004
• IEEE 1584-2002
• OSHA
• OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ACT AND REGULATIONS

Preparing to Work Safely

• JOB BRIEFING
• ENERGIZED WORK PERMIT

Determining Safe Approach Distance

• FLASH PROTECTION BOUNDARY
• LIMITS OF APPROACH

Determining Hazard Risk Category

• USING NFPA70E TABLES

Fault Current Calculations

• BOLTED FAULT
• ARCING FAULT

Determination of Arcing Fault Clearing Time

• TIME CURRENT CURVES
• COORDINATION STUDIES

Incident Energy Exposure Calculations

• NFPA70E METHOD
• IEEE 1584 METHOD

Arc Flash Hazard Analysis

• DEMONSTRATION OF VARIOUS SOFTWARE PACKAGES
• LABELS

Practical solutions for Reducing Arc-Flash Hazard

• REDUCE THE AVAILABLE FAULT CURRENT
• PROVIDE FASTER TRIPPING TIME
• MOVE PERSON FURTHER AWAY

DAY 2

9:00 am

ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND FLAME RESISTANT (FR) GARMENTS
The presentation is designed to inform delegates of the changes to the safety system

• What is FR clothing and why is it important
  
• How FR fabrics are engineered to be flame and arc resistant
  
• Body burn injury basics
  
• Extensive video of high and low voltage faults with FR and non FR clothing
  
• ATPV testing: how it is done, what it means, and review of data
  
• Creating an FRC program
  
• Proper use and maintenance of FRC

10:15 am Coffee

10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

Hazard Assessment and Inherently Flame Resistant Clothing Programs
The first section of this presentation will give an overview of how to perform a Hazard Assessment where the need to create or improve a Flame Resistant Clothing program exists. Computer-based hazard assessment tools will be demonstrated and generic inherently flame resistant clothing programs will be discussed.

The second section will present three case studies using Canadian examples of the hazard assessment process and the selection and use of inherently flame resistant clothing.

11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY AND ELECTRICAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
ASTM, OSHA, NFPA Regulations and standards regarding the specification and use and care of:

• Proper use, inspections & tests of PPE
• Rubber insulating gloves
• Insulating equipment
• Arc equipment
• Insulated/insulating hand tools
• Proper selection and care of insulated equipment

12:00 noon - 1:00 pm Lunch

1:15 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

LOCAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY CODES & INDUSTRIAL FACILITIES
In each location, a representative of the local electrical safety authority will make a presentation on the interpretation of the electrical safety code and how it applies to industrial, commercial and institutional facilities. Delegates will have ample opportunity to question and consult with electrical inspectors who will be in attendance.

2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) AND ASTM GUIDELINES

• Review in some detail ASTM-F-1506-02
• Review in some detail ASTM-F-1959
• Discuss potential dangers & energy levels & temperatures generated during an explosion event
• Discuss burn injury caused by an explosion including where the wrong garment was worn and incidents where the proper FR garments protected
• Discuss terminology: FR vs Non FR; Fire retardant vs Flame resistant, the evolution of fabrics; various types of FR fabrics & protection levels; effects of undergarments
• Show samples of FR garments; style, colour & weight
• Discuss the approximate cost to outfit and what is required for HRC 1-4
• Overview of American, Canadian, and Provincial legislation. Events which drove legislation. Touching on Bill C-45 and enforcement.
• Discuss changes in culture across the country towards P.P.E. How a tragedy normally causes a reaction.
• Concluding comments Q & A period

The Electricity Forum has established its role as one of the nation's leading conference organizers on subjects of policy and technical common interest to electric power generators and large power consuming companies. With headquarters in Pickering, Ontario, and Geneva, NY. The Electricity Forum is dedicated to providing cost-effective, highly specialized information in the format of forums, electrical training tutorials, and industry-wide events. Since 1986, more than 25,000 delegates from leading companies have attended our forums and seminars.