Hand protection has evolved significantly since metal and rail workers first used gloves stitched from animal hide to guard against cuts and burns. Today, gloves are designed to protect against ...

IN the realm of personal protective equipment, protective gloves offer the first line of defense against an array of hazards. Most often, they are used to protect the hands against scrapes, cuts, ...

Honeywell International Inc. HON, on Jun 23, unveiled Electrigrip dielectric boots that are designed to protect from electric shocks. With the addition of the Electrigrip boots to its offerings, the ...

During the recent 2020 Code review process, panel members of the National Electrical Code (NEC) approved changes to ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection. The changes are meant to reduce ...

Dielectric strength testing for safety can be done with a DC or AC test voltage (the peak AC voltage being equal to the steady state DC voltage). The insulation must withstand this voltage for 60 ...

This safety procedure provides guidelines for safely working around electrical hazards. It includes provisions for training, lockout requirements, and specific types of work practices and the required ...

An electric shock occurs when a person comes into contact with an electrical energy source. Electrical energy flows through a portion of the body, causing a shock. Exposure to electrical energy may ...

ANNISTON ARMY DEPOT, Ala. -- We rely on electrical power to keep our workplaces and homes operating day and night. Electricity provides heat, light and energy, but, as useful as electricity is, we ...

With summer in full swing, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) are joining forces to remind boaters, marina operators and swimmers to ...