Como norma de la industria, NFPA 70E presenta los elementos de un programa de seguridad eléctrica para proteger a los trabajadores de los peligros eléctricos de alto riesgo – estos a que los trabajadores tienen contacto cada día. OSHA establece claramente el que, los empleadores deben proteger sus empleados de los peligros eléctricos y la NFPA 70E informa como. Descargar
Unexpected arc flash and short-duration thermal exposure from fire hazards, also known as flash fire, are a daily reality for electric utility and oil and gas workers. To help keep workers safe on the job, industrial personnel require ongoing hazard protection in addition to specific attire for certain tasks. Everyday FR apparel, such as work shirts, pants and jeans, is an easy solution for these workers to be adequately protected in the event of an arc flash or short-duration thermal exposure from fire.
Estudio de Caso sobre los Programas de Prendas
Satisfacer las necesidades de los trabajadores y los requisitos de la industria puede ser una tarea difícil. La cantidad y variedad de equipos de protección disponibles en el mercado dificulta la definición de un camino para la implantación y actualización de un Programa de EPP’s, principalmente en el sector eléctrico.
Flash fires and fuel-fed fires are two different hazards, and it’s critical to distinguish between the two for various safety reasons.
Workers in utility and oil and gas industries have specific needs for high-visibility and FR protection on the job. They operate in areas with large amounts of electrically charged equipment and flammable materials, often during nighttime and in complex settings.
For those in the oil & gas industry, flash fires are a prevalent risk throughout the upstream and downstream lines. The flammability of oil, as well as the extraction and refinement processes, requires thoughtful personal protective equipment (PPE) selection, so that workers are protected on the job.
El fuego repentino está presente en la industria petrolera. El fuego repentino es furtivo, una intensa explosión causada por la ignición de sustancias inflamables en el aire.
El fuego repentino no se puede evitar completamente, pero los trabajadores de la industria petrolera pueden tomar medidas de precaución estratégicas para ganar algunos segundos de fuga si un fuego repentino se presenta.
Luego de leer la información anterior, le mostraremos estas ocho características fundamentales que los trabajadores de la industria petrolera deben saber sobre el fuego repentino, desde su causa y duración hasta el adecuado Equipo de Protección Personal (EPP).
Back in the fall, NFPA 2112: Standard on Flame-Resistant Clothing for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Short-Duration Thermal Exposures from Fire saw new changes implemented for the 2018 edition, which went into effect on September 6, 2017. The 2018 edition is a barometer for the safety industry as a whole – impacting suppliers and manufacturers down to end users. If you are investing in flash fire PPE in 2018, we outline four significant changes you should be aware of as you specify your garments and implement relevant protocols. Descargar
Know what you are truly buying: The AR/FR fabric in workwear is the single largest factor in determining the garment’s protection level, comfort, and overall value. Descargar
The updated NFPA 70E can be explored through the lens of parties impacted. Through analyzing party responsibility, safety engineers and managers can make informed decisions to comply. Descargar
