by Brian Hall | Mar 21, 2022 | Safety Tips
Power distribution and other types of transformers can have their internal windings and core submersed in oil. The oil is passed through a radiator mounted to the outside of the transformer ultimately cooling the windings. The oil is also used to insulate the core and... by Brian Hall | Dec 10, 2021 | Safety Tips
Arc Flash/shock hazard warning labels are specifically designed to help protect qualified workers who have to examine, adjust, service, or maintain electrical equipment while energized. It is important to understand the information given on the label to protect... by Brian Hall | Sep 29, 2021 | Safety Tips
Fatalities that are Easily Preventable I was recently reviewing OSHA accident investigation data from 2020, In one case an employee was pulling wire into an electrical cabinet. At some point, the employee contacted a live wire or other live electrical component in the... by Brian Hall | Aug 16, 2021 | Safety Tips
Can Electricians Wear Steel Toe Shoes? A question we often receive when performing the PPE section of our electrical safety training has to do with steel toes shoes or boots. Can Electricians Wear Steel Toe Shoes? We would recommend as a best practice to wear a... by Brian Hall | May 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
Is electrical equipment considered de-energized even though there is a voltage present on the line side of the open disconnect? In this month’s safety tip, we are going to answer a frequently asked question. Can I consider electrical equipment to be in an...