Electrical Standards – A Global Demand for Third Party Certification
from ECN Magazine
 With the continuing introduction of complex electrical and electronic systems, there is a need to ensure proper operation and longevity of critical systems upon which our safety depends. Governments, independent third party certifiers, and trade organizations have become globally active, issuing engineering guidelines, standards, and regulatory directives aimed at increased protection of critical electrical and electronic systems. Knowledge of these organizations and understanding the role of third party certification of components can aid the engineer in designing for regulatory compliance. More
IAEI Re-launches IAEI.org, IAEI Magazine Online, and IAEI Forum
from IAEI
IAEI has re-designed its Web site to make it more user-friendly to members and individuals within the electrical industry. IAEI has also republished its magazine, IAEI News, online to make it a more interactive Web site, with free registration and useful information. The IAEI Global Forum, also known as the IAEI Forum, has been migrated from Yuku (formerly ezboard) to the IAEI.org servers. This brings us complete control of our forums, and allows people to use a recognizable program that is one of the most commonly used forum types throughout the Web. More
Calculating Arc Flash Hazard Levels
from Consulting-Specifying Engineer
IEEE Standard 1584-2002, Guide for Performing Arc Flash Hazard Calculations, is the most widely used method of calculating arc flash hazard levels, and a realistic available fault current value provides critical input for proper evaluation. The analysis method requires a second calculation at 0.85 of the originally calculated arc fault current. This calculation is designed to transform the given available fault current and other parameters to a calculated arc flash current value. More
Child Safety Features Now Required for New Homes in Canada
from CNW Group
Canadian Standards Association (CSA) recently announced new measures to help protect children from electrical shocks in the home. The 21st edition of the CE Code, Part I, contains requirements for all new dwellings to include tamper-resistant receptacles designed to substantially reduce injuries to children from inserting fingers and other items into household electrical outlets. More
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GI burned in Iraq hopes to Continue Army Career
from MySanAntonio
After a day on patrol, he just wanted to take a shower. But a soldier now recovering at Fort Sam Houston was burned and knocked unconscious in what may be the latest in a long series of electrical accidents in Iraq. At least 18 Americans — 16 U.S. troops and two contract workers — have been killed in electrocutions in Iraq, eight from power lines. Although the violence in Iraq has decreased, the electrical wiring there is still deadly. More
Safety Bodies Welcome Accident Data Breakthrough
from Electrical Times
Safety organizations have welcomed a significant step towards the reinstatement of injury data collection across the U.K. after research found a lack of information was hampering efforts to save lives and reduce injuries. The results of a year-long study, commissioned jointly by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), the Electrical Safety Council (ESC) and Intertek RAM, and supported by the Department of Health, were recently presented to Alan Johnson, Secretary of State for Health. More
Health Canada Studies Lightbulbs' UV Emissions
from Times & Transcript
Health Canada is undergoing research to measure ultraviolet emissions and electromagnetic field exposure levels from Compact Fluorescent Lights, to ensure the safety of the energy-efficient bulbs. However, the federal department has yet to comment on just how serious a problem this could potentially be and what it might mean for those who own the bulbs. More
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