H. Incident Energy Analysis

1. Field-Marked Equipment Labels

Interpret field-marked equipment labels ^{2, 3, 4}

• Arc Flash Label Best Practices
• The Seven Deadly Misconceptions of Arc Flash Labeling
• Should I wait five years to review my arc flash hazard analysis?
• NFPA-70E Table 130.7(C)(16) Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Identify hazards where no field-marked labels exist ^{2, 3, 4}

• Incident Energy Analysis—One Way or Another
• Why Do You Need an Incident Energy/Arc Flash Analysis?
• NFPA 70E Table 130.7(C)(15)(a) Hazard/Risk Category Classifications
• 3 Rules-of thumb for arc flash
• Their Last Line of Defense

2. Incident Energy ^{2, 3, 4}

• IEEE 1584-2018 - IEEE Guide for Performing Arc Flash Hazard Calculations ^2 3 4

Demonstrate knowledge of various methods used to determine incident energy ²

• The Nine Steps of Arc Flash Analysis
• The Secret to Understanding Arc Flash Calculations

Demonstrate knowledge of incident energy calculation methods ^{3, 4}

• Power Distribution Planning Reference Book
• HRC Tables Vs. Incident Energy Calculations
• Putting Arc-Flash Calculations into Perspective
• Ways to Reduce Arc Flash Energy
• Basis for 50V limit for de-energized work

Demonstrate knowledge of how distance, current, time, and switchgear configuration affect incident energy ²

• Calculating Arc Flash Energy Levels

Demonstrate knowledge of the variables involved in incident energy calculation methods ^{3, 4}

• Identifying Pitfalls in the Arc Flash Calculation Process ⁴
• Detecting and Containing Arc Flash Incidents

3. Arc Flash Reduction ^{2, 3, 4}

Demonstrate basic understanding of Arc Energy Reduction techniques and testing requirements in the NEC ²

• NEC 240.67: Arc Energy Reduction

Demonstrate understanding of Arc Flash Mitigation techniques and testing requirements in the NEC ³

• The Three Arc-Flash Mitigation Levers

Demonstrate advanced understanding of arc energy reduction techniques and testing requirements in the NEC ⁴

• The Importance of Arc Flash Mitigation

Last Update: Aug 21, 2023