May 2011: Safety

Featured Articles

Fukushima: Re-energizing Nuclear-Safety Concerns

By Chuck RossUnder (Safety)

As the aftermath of Japan’s March 11 earthquake and tsunami unfolded, many became mesmerized by phot

It's Almost Here: The 2012 NFPA 70E

By Jim PhillipsUnder (Codes & Standards)

The 2012 NFPA 70E, The Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, is nearing completion.

Side By Side: Equipment Grounding Conductors

By Michael JohnstonUnder (Safety)

Many electrical designs incorporate parallel arrangements.

Bottom Line: Safety

By Joe O'ConnorUnder (Safety)

Surviving any situation depends on knowing what to expect and being prepared to manage it.

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It's Almost Here: The 2012 NFPA 70E

(Codes & Standards)

By

Jim Phillips

May 2011

The 2012 NFPA 70E, The Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, is nearing completion. This will be the ninth edition since it was first published in 1979. READ MORE

You Left the Water Running

(Your Business)

By

Gerard W. Ittig

May 2011

If you are late in paying your utility bill, mortgage or installment on a purchase, you may be charged a late fee. READ MORE

Clean-Energy Coalition Mid-Atlantic Issues ‘Call to Clean Energy’

(Miscellaneous)

By

May 2011

In order to promote the transition of America’s energy use to sustainable resources, Clean Energy Coalition Mid-Atlantic (CECMA) announced its official launch as a new organi READ MORE

Understanding the Need

(Green Building)

By

Thomas E. Glavinich

May 2011

Energy services present a growth market for electrical contractors (ECs). READ MORE

Oh, There You Are

(Lighting)

By

Darlene Bremer

May 2011

When it comes to a facility’s physical security, lighting is often used as a preventive or corrective measure against intrusions or other criminal activity. READ MORE

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Products Featured In This Issue

Safety Equipment and Apparel

1 Ladder Pad > Rick Steven’s nonskid LadderWrap prevents slippage and protects the surface it leans against. READ MORE

Cool Tools: Safety Equipment and Tools

Editor's Note: Electrical Contractor would like to draw attention the risk of working on energized equipment. It's never safe to work on live equipment. READ MORE

May 2011