Electrical Distribution Systems Arc Flash

This course aims to make electrical systems more safe. A balance of theory and practice will provide a firm foundation of knowledge for your next design or construction project. The course material will prepare you to correct problems in your electrical system and improve safety and efficiency. Additionally, a case study will be used to discuss arc flash analysis and mitigation in an industrial plant.

• Identify safety hazards to personnel who come in contact with energized electrical systems
• Prevent equipment failures and malfunctions by employing proper arc flash mitigation techniques
• Interpret standards and labels related to arc flash
• Ensure proper operation of electrical systems

Utility, industrial, commercial, institutional electrical professionals • Electrical contractors • Electrical engineers • Electrical technicians • Electricians • Linemen • Supervisors • Personnel who work on or near energized electrical equipment and systems

• Electrical Hazards
• Existing and Proposed Standards
• Determining Safe Approach Distance
• Determining ARC Hazard Risk Category
• Fault Current Calculations
• Determination of Arcing Fault Clearing Time
• Determining Arc Flash Hazard Risk Category
• Incident Energy Exposure Calculations
• Arc Flash Hazard Analysis
• Practical solutions for Reducing Arc-Flash Hazard
• Case Study - Arc Flash Analysis in an Industrial Plant

• Presentation & Slides
• Audio Visual Aids
• Interactive Discussion
• Participatory Exercise
• Action Learning
• Class Activities
• Case Studies
• Workshops
• Simulation