Dealing with Worker’s Alibis
It’s not unusual to find someone in the work place who tries to always find an excuse for not doing his tasks. I was not spared with those types of …
Electrical Burns
Electricity is both our friend and enemy. It is our friend if we are aware of its dangers and know how to handle it properly. When working with electricity, safety …
Counterfeits Can Kill
Every day, counterfeit electrical products are finding their way into our homes, businesses, and public institutions. These fraudulent products pose a serious financial and legal liability to the electrical industry, …
Micromanaging (Manager Never Learn to Manage)
I was a new hire when the Chief Operating Officer (COO) called up for an urgent meeting. There was no specific agenda but since the project is lagging behind schedule, …
Arc-Flash Hazards
An arc-flash is a release of energy caused by a flow of fault current through an electrical arc plasma. Arc flashes can occur when racking a breaker in/out, removing a …
Insulation Coordination – Why is it required?
What is insulation coordination and what is its importance? There are many definitions of insulation coordination provided by different authorities. In this instance we wanted to use IEC 60071-1 definition …