Occupational Injuries From Electrical Shock and Arc Flash Events

Occupational Injuries From Electrical Shock and Arc Flash Events
Author: Richard B. Campbell
Publisher: Springer
Total Pages: 98
Release: 2016-09-02
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN: 1493965085

This brief presents information on occupational injuries from electric shock and arc flash events through a review of literature, electrical incident data, and similar sources. It includes pertinent information such as the nature of the incident, adherence to safety requirements, use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), and extent of injury. Chapters address arc flash and shock hazards, and the need for empirical incident data on the actual hazards that may be experienced when equipment faults or adverse electrical events occur. Certain tasks where the risk of an arc flash or shock hazard may be lower, such as normal operation of properly installed and maintained equipment, may not require the use of any special PPE. Some of this risk reduction is based on anecdotal data, and the brief details why future research challenges will need more empirical incident data on the actual hazards and associated injuries that may be experienced when equipment faults or adverse electrical events occur. Designed for professionals and researchers in fire protection engineering, workplace electrical tasks, or workplace safety, this brief offers a thorough overview of the trends in electrical injuries and the costs related to those injuries.

Mayo Clinic Guide To Self Care

Mayo Clinic Guide To Self Care
Author: Philip T Hagen
Publisher: Orient Paperbacks
Total Pages: 316
Release: 2006-10
Genre:
ISBN: 9788122203417

With more than 1500 self-care tips; this book offers informative answers to life's everyday health care questions. It directs the reader with practical information on more than 150 common health concerns and is an essential reference for every family. Over fifty Mayo Clinic physicians have shared their experience and contributed to create this useful reference tool, containing solid, practical information, especially for the Asian families.

First Aid at Work

First Aid at Work
Author: HSE Books
Publisher: HSE Books
Total Pages: 22
Release: 2009
Genre: First aid in illness and injury
ISBN: 9780717662609

The Health and Safety (First Aid) Regulations 1981 apply to workplaces in the UK, including those with less than five employees, and to the self-employed.

Emergency Response Guidebook

Emergency Response Guidebook
Author: U.S. Department of Transportation
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 352
Release: 2013-06-03
Genre: House & Home
ISBN: 1626363765

Does the identification number 60 indicate a toxic substance or a flammable solid, in the molten state at an elevated temperature? Does the identification number 1035 indicate ethane or butane? What is the difference between natural gas transmission pipelines and natural gas distribution pipelines? If you came upon an overturned truck on the highway that was leaking, would you be able to identify if it was hazardous and know what steps to take? Questions like these and more are answered in the Emergency Response Guidebook. Learn how to identify symbols for and vehicles carrying toxic, flammable, explosive, radioactive, or otherwise harmful substances and how to respond once an incident involving those substances has been identified. Always be prepared in situations that are unfamiliar and dangerous and know how to rectify them. Keeping this guide around at all times will ensure that, if you were to come upon a transportation situation involving hazardous substances or dangerous goods, you will be able to help keep others and yourself out of danger. With color-coded pages for quick and easy reference, this is the official manual used by first responders in the United States and Canada for transportation incidents involving dangerous goods or hazardous materials.

First Aid

First Aid
Author: BarCharts Inc., Staff
Publisher: Quickstudy
Total Pages: 12
Release: 2003-04-25
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9781572227712

This laminated guide measuring 3 5/8 x 8 1/2 is a must for families, coaches or campers. This laminated guide is protected by the elements while giving the reader information on: wound, bug bites, snake bites, shock, poisoning and much more.

American Electricians' Handbook

American Electricians' Handbook
Author: Terrell Croft
Publisher: McGraw Hill Professional
Total Pages: 1778
Release: 2008-08-17
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0071642587

Market: electricians; electrical engineers; general contractors; construction managers; building inspectors An updated edition of the most popular electrician handbook on the market

Electric Motors and Control Systems

Electric Motors and Control Systems
Author: Frank Petruzella
Publisher: Career Education
Total Pages: 300
Release: 2009-05-08
Genre: Technology & Engineering
ISBN:

"This book will introduce the reader to a broad range of motor types and control systems. It provides an overview of electric motor operation, selection, installation, control and maintenance. The text covers Electrical Code references applicable to the installation of new control systems and motors, as well as information on maintenance and troubleshooting techniques. It includes coverage of how motors operate in conjunction with their associated control circuitry. Both older and newer motor technologies are examined. Topics covered range from motor types and controls to installing and maintaining conventional controllers, electronic motor drives and programmable logic controllers." -- Publisher's description.