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# What is Arc Flash? A Guide to its Dangers and Safety Measures

**Updated on:** January 31, 2025 **Published on:** Feb 12, 2024

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Working with electrical equipment is a serious hazard if personnel are not properly informed on the basics of electrical safety & how to protect themselves. This video helps explain the basics to get you started. DuraLabel features easy to understand Best Practice Guides on OSHA and industrial topics such as Arc flash, GHS, Floor Marking, and more.

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Timestamps:

0:01 What is Arc Flash?

0:51 NFPA 70E Standard Label

1:00 Nominal System Voltage

1:03 Arc Flash Boundary

1:09 Arc Flash PPE Category

1:18 Arc Flash PPE Gear Required

1:22 Outro

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