Arc Flash Warning Labels

One of the most important facets of electrical equipment labeling is arc flash warning signs. While wire markers and component identifiers pay for themselves in increased efficiency, arc flash labels pay for themselves in injuries minimized, deaths prevented, and OSHA fines avoided. A single arc flash incident can cost upward of $10 million in direct and indirect costs—a figure far greater than the cost of arc flash labels.

The following provides links to web sites, pages and articles related to arc flash safety. The individual owners of these web sites are responsible for the content on their web sites.

FREE Arc Flash Label Information Guide

General Arc Flash Information

www.arcflash.me — A comprehensive and authoritative guide to arc flash for plant managers and safety personnel. Covers topics such as arc flash regulations, hazard analysis, safety devices, and much more.

www.labelprinters.org — A free online resource with information about arc flash labeling, as well as arc flash in general. Includes a blog that provides current arc flash news and links to arc flash related articles.

www.mt-online.com — An article entitled "The Dangers of Arc Flash" in Maintenance Technology Online magazine. Covers regulations and safety procedures. A bit dated, but still a good introduction to arc flash hazards.

www.cdc.gov — The CDC / eLCOSH statement on arc flash and electrical hazard protection. An in-depth look at the procedures required by OSHA and NFPA 70E.

Arc Flash Regulations

OSHA 29 CFR 1910 — Subpart S, on electrical safety, is the U.S. regulation governing arc flash and other electrical hazards. It requires the use of arc flash warning labels.

NFPA 70E — The industry consensus standard referenced by OSHA for assessing and protecting against arc flash and electrical hazards. Specifies required information for arc flash labels.

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