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Arc Flash knowledge gap could be putting lives at risk

Arc Flash Protection specialist, ProGARM, in conjunction with the British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF), has commissioned a new study into electrical safety across UK industry in a bid to shine a spotlight on the potentially life changing and threatening risks of Arc Flash. Alarmingly, it reveals not only a lack of awareness at every level to current safety standards governing Arc Flash, but an apparent failure from employers to properly educate staff about this high-risk threat.

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Electrician’s case

Hand tool manufacturer Wiha is launching its second generation Electrician’s Competence XXL. Tested and approved since 2015, this case concept is now offered with optimised contents precisely tailored to electricians’ needs.

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Portable appliance testing: What you need to know

Portable appliance use is widespread across all industries, from a small-scale office to a large construction site. There is a clear business need for expertise in how often and how much Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) is necessary; to gain the benefit of that equipment while avoiding unnecessary cost.

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Electrical safety compliance in one

With around 1,000 serious accidents in the workplace each year and 16% of all fatalities linked to electricity, it’s clear to see how following simple safe isolation procedures and using the correct equipment can keep your team safe and avoid heavy penalties for non-compliance.

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Switch smartly, save energy

With PITestop active, Pilz has a new range of E-STOP pushbuttons that can be activated electrically and indicates by illumination whether or not it is active.

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Integrated fuse provides additional protection

MVP12 Metal passive distribution boxes from Murrelektronik are not only made to withstand harsh environments, but also feature an additional protection function built into the module.

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10th anniversary of PAT testers

The classic PrimeTest range by North East England firm Seaward, which is claimed to have ‘revolutionised’ Portable Appliance Testers (PAT), is still leading the field 10 years after first being introduced to the market.

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Seaward PrimeTest range still leading the PAT testing market

The classic PrimeTest range by North East England firm Seaward, which is said to have revolutionised Portable Appliance Testers (PAT), is still leading the field 10 years after first being introduced to the market.

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Need to know more about safe isolation?

Safe isolation procedures are in place to ensure that workers on site are not exposed to danger when working on or near live electrical systems and equipment. Both the standards for the equipment and the potential penalties for non-compliance have changed recently.

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Need to know more about safe isolation?

Safe isolation procedures are in place to ensure that workers on site are not exposed to danger when working on or near live electrical systems and equipment.

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