r/SafetyProfessionals 11d ago

USA Thoughts on this method?

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u/PomegranateOld7836 11d ago

Electrocution isn't the risk and that guy in the back that would be blind from an arc flash will be too slow. It's all up to the suit, but it gives you some peace of mind that someone will snatch you away.

When I did live work with an actual electrocution risk, my buddy would always grab a 2x4.

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u/Odd-Knee-9985 Construction 10d ago

Speaking of suits, my guys work around/with cabinets that are legally required to say “There is no suitable PPE to operate this equipment while opened”

I work in data centers and the boxes are 480V

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u/EDJ1144 10d ago

I’ve seen generators with arc flash ratings of over 120cal. Probably the same thing you’re talking about.