• Comply with OSHA, NFPA, NEC, and ANSI regulations
• Increase equipment and system reliability
• Identify problem areas and develop effective solutions
• Reduce design and operational costs

What is an arc flash?

It is an explosive release of electrical energy that can cause fires, injuries and even death. It is caused by either a phase to ground or phase to phase fault. 

What factors create an Arc Flash?

There are many factors that can create an Arc Flash.

Here are just a few:

• Dropped tools
• Accidental contact with electrical systems
• Build up of conductive dust
• Corrosion
• Improper work procedures
• Equipment Failure

Why is an Arc Flash Hazard Analysis essential?

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) states in their Standard 70E that a "Flash hazard analysis shall be done before a person approaches any exposed electrical conductor or circuit part that has not been placed in an electrically safe work condition." To bring you into compliance with this standard, the Flash Hazard Analysis determines the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for anyone working near an exposed electrical conductor or circuit part. It also specifies the appropriate OSHA & ANSI Arc Flash Labels that will help keep you in compliance. Even more important are the safety benefits that result from a Flash Hazard Analysis. They can help prevent injuries, loss of property and expensive down-time.

What services are provided by Terminal-Andrae?

1.     Single Line Diagram

NFPA 70E requires up-to-date single line diagrams. This information is essential for documenting, troubleshooting and communicating information about your power systems.To meet this requirement, we can conduct a comprehensive site survey that will be used to update your existing single line diagrams or complete any unfinished electrical system drawings.

2.    Hazard Analysis/Coordination Study

We use state of the art software to evaluate various electrical system configurations and operating modes.

3.     Labeling                                                                                               

Arc Flash labels identify potential arc flash hazards. These labels are used to warn qualified individuals of the type of hazard, correct Flash Protection Boundary distance and the required Personal Protective Equipment. Labels must be located so that they are clearly visible before examination, adjustment, servicing or maintenance of the equipment.

4.     Electrical Preventive Maintenance Program

We can create a schedule of service based upon the manufactures recommendations and the environment to perform thermal scans and facilitate circuit breaker testing to identify potential problems at your facility.