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Electrical construction is dangerous work. Electrical contractors and workers must always adhere to safety best practices. Just what are those practices? The following articles, listed chronologically by date, document safety measures and practices that help ensure everyone gets home safely at the end of the work day.

Comments Help Them Help Themselves  by Diane Kelly \| April 2013 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Personal Protective Equipment Standard (Subpart I) includes all clothing and other workplace accessories designed to be a barrier against the potential hazards that personnel can encounter at the workplace. Safety, Training, PPE	Comments Behind The Wheel by Frank Bisbee \| April 2013 The integrated systems contractor, collectively, is one of the most mobile workforces in the United States. Plus, these contractors are connected to an active network of business and personal communications through cellular or smartphone wireless devices. Safety
Comments Keeping Track  by Diane Kelly  \| March 2013 While Injury and illness records need only be posted in the workplace from Feb. 1 until April 30, the recordkeeping is ongoing. Not only must injuries and illnesses be logged again this year and compiled in 2014, other safety and health events and activities must be recorded and maintained. Safety, Recordkeeping, Your Business	Comments Arc Flash Studies  by Jim Phillips  \| March 2013 After having consultants crawl all over the place, asking questions and gathering mounds of data, the arc flash study for your facility is finally done. Arc Flash

OSHA Warns of Carbon Monoxide Dangers in Cold Weather

March 2013

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cold winter weather serves as a reminder for employers to take necessary precautions to protect workers from the serious, and sometimes fatal, effects of carbon monoxide exposure, says the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

When No One Is Watching 

Diane Kelly 

| February 2013

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Safety professionals often discuss the concept of a safety culture but, surprisingly, have been hard-pressed to offer a solid definition or prescription for achieving positive promotion of such a thing.

On The Agenda 2013: OSHA Outlook

Joe O'Connor

| January 2013

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While Congress is preoccupied with sorting out financial issues, President Obama’s re-election is not likely to result in any major immediate changes to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) activities. As a result, you can expect more of the same policy priorities this year.

A Dangerous Combination 

Diane Kelly 

| January 2013

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in our industry, accidents often involve electricity. Beyond the risk of shock and electrocution, electricity generates extreme heat and arc flashes, which can cause fires.

Is It Dead Yet? 

Jim Phillips 

| January 2013

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“Kill the Circuit.” This phrase is a colorful way of saying de-energize the circuit. Easy enough—just open a switch or other protective device and the circuit is “dead.” It should then be safe to work on, right? Wrong! Simply opening a switch does not guarantee the circuit is de-energized. Really?

Look, Listen And Comprehend 

Wayne D. Moore 

| January 2013

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Although the 2013 edition of the National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code contains 15 chapters and nine annexes, I find many contractors, designers and authorities having jurisdiction reference only one or two chapters when deciding what requirements will affect their fire alarm system design, install

Watch Where You’re Going!

Diane Kelly

| December 2012

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We’re all aware of distracted driving and the dangers it can create for everyone on the road. What about distracted walking? During spring 2012, a popular online video featured a woman walking through a mall while texting. It’s nothing noteworthy until she falls into the mall’s fountain.

Comments Help Them Help Themselves  by Diane Kelly \| April 2013 The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Personal Protective Equipment Standard (Subpart I) includes all clothing and other workplace accessories designed to be a barrier against the potential hazards that personnel can encounter at the workplace. Safety, Training, PPE	Comments Behind The Wheel by Frank Bisbee \| April 2013 The integrated systems contractor, collectively, is one of the most mobile workforces in the United States. Plus, these contractors are connected to an active network of business and personal communications through cellular or smartphone wireless devices. Safety
Comments Keeping Track  by Diane Kelly  \| March 2013 While Injury and illness records need only be posted in the workplace from Feb. 1 until April 30, the recordkeeping is ongoing. Not only must injuries and illnesses be logged again this year and compiled in 2014, other safety and health events and activities must be recorded and maintained. Safety, Recordkeeping, Your Business	Comments Arc Flash Studies  by Jim Phillips  \| March 2013 After having consultants crawl all over the place, asking questions and gathering mounds of data, the arc flash study for your facility is finally done. Arc Flash

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