Improving arc flash safety in healthcare

The dangers of events are made worse by the possibility of downtime

The dangers of arc flash events in healthcare facilities are made worse by the possibility of resulting downtime, according to an article on the Occupational Health and Safety website.

In a healthcare facility, arc flash prevention is imperative, and safety is of paramount importance, the article said.

The article offers best practices for healthcare providers to make their facilities safer by protecting against arc flash hazards.

New technologies that have emerged to help prevent against arc flash hazards are discussed.

Read the article.

November 13, 2018

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