Safety
Arc-flash boundary
A calculated approach distance associated with potential thermal energy from an electrical arc.
Hazards
- A calculated approach distance associated with potential thermal energy from an electrical arc.
Controls
- Qualified analysis determines labels, PPE, work practices, and energized-work limits.
Personal protective equipment
- Select task-specific PPE only after hazards and higher-order controls have been evaluated.
Regional considerations
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Qualified analysis determines labels, PPE, work practices, and energized-work limits.
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Sources
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs — Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Electrical Safety Specification for Motion Picture Production — Entertainment Electrical Safety Association