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Minimising arc flash risks for utilities workers
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19 August 2020
Almost 3 per cent of all worker deaths in the UK result from electrical discharge incidents. Which is why utilities leaders responsible for worker safety must be aware of the most potentially risky scenarios for arc flash and the solutions available for preventing or mitigating the chance of injury. Download this whitepaper to find out more.
Workers at the sharp end of the energy and water sectors will often encounter situations in which the risk of arc flash, or electrical flashover is high. Yet this hazard can often be underestimated in health, safety and wellbeing strategy and reporting.
In this new whitepaper, MSA sets out some of the likely causes and risks to injury posed by arc flash, which on average is responsible for two deaths, 36 burn injuries and around 230 other injuries requiring time off work in the UK every year (according to figures from the health and safety executive).
Download the report now to learn more and find out about the latest available options for safeguarding your operatives.