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What is Arc Flash

Electrical arc, and the resulting arc flash, is one of the deadliest and least understood hazards of electricity, and is prevalent in many industrial situations. Although legislation requires businesses to perform risk assessments for all work activities, electrical arc is often overlooked because most people are unsure how to assess and manage this hazard effectively.

Definition

Definition

Find out more about what electrical arc and arc flash are.
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Consequences
Consequences
Find out more about the consequences of arc flash.
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Hazardous tasks
Hazardous tasks
Find out more about the types of tasks which are at risk from an electric arc.
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