Sam (the name has been changed) worked for an electric utility. He was working near energized equipment and wearing arc flash gear as he cleaned up oil from a transformer. Because the oil might ...

For years, we have heard the question, "What about gloves in arc flash?" The reason this question wasn't answered sooner is complicated, but the standard is now available. ASTM F2675-13, Test Method ...

Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD – The U.S. Combat Capabilities Development Command Chemical Biological Center (DEVCOM CBC) has developed a new technique for testing gloves worn by warfighters to ensure ...

PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5)-- Whether it’s keeping your power on or restoring it after a storm, SRP crews are risking their lives. They rely on their equipment to protect them, and two men work to do that.

In various manufacturing and industrial environments where sharp needles, fine wires, or glass components are frequently handled, there is a significant risk of puncture injuries. To mitigate the risk ...