"If I wasn’t wearing PPE, it would have been a different story"
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It is not uncommon for Electrical Safety practices to be overlooked - there have been numerous accounts of arc flash incidents due to lack of risk assessment, mitigation or even understanding of the risk.
The risk is real.
Thorne & Derrick, the Specialist Distributor of LV HV Electrical Safety Equipment, assess the types of Arc Flash dangers and the prevention of those hazards through the implementation of Arc Flash Clothing & PPE for workers.
DANGER!
Arc flash is extremely dangerous because it can produce some of the highest temperatures known to occur on earth, up to 35,000 degrees Fahrenheit, which is four times the temperature of the surface of the sun.
An arc flash can cause minor injuries, third degree burns or even death.
According to the UK HSE most electrical accidents occur because people are working on or near equipment:
- thought to be dead but which is live
- known to be live but those involved do not have adequate training or appropriate equipment to prevent injury, or they have not taken adequate precautions
Thorne & Derrick distribute a complete range of Arc Flash Clothing & PPE - call us for an evaluation sample, wearer trials or to receive a product presentation.
PROGARM PPE PROTECTS LIVES.
IN-STOCK | COMPETITIVE PRICES
Features include:
- VXS+ extinguishing fabric for safety, durability and comfort
- 100% inherent fabric that does not diminish with washing
- ThermSAFE components tested to continue to function after an incident
- Quality assured - CE marked clothing
- Lifetime seam guarantee - 70% longer life span than other leading brands
RIS-3279-TOM TESTED
Featuring the newest lightweight 240gms fabric, designed with intention of achieving the lightest and most breathable results.
Provides Category 2 protection against arc flash with 6.2cal/cm2 according to IEC 61482-2:2020 ‘open arc’ test.
Specifically designed for workers requiring a lighter weight fabric and a garment that can be worn in conjunction with a body harness.
Provides Category 2 protection against arc flash with 9.5cal/cm2 according to IEC 61482-1-1:2009 ‘open arc’ test.
WATERPROOF JACKET
Brilliantly designed with wearer’s safety, comfort and convenience in mind, this jacket features adjustable cuffs, two front pockets and adjustable waist tabs.
Provides Category 2 protection against arc flash with 11cal/cm2 according to IEC 61482-2:2020 ‘open arc’ test.
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CABLE TERMINATION, JOINTING, PULL-IN & ELECTRICAL EQPT UP TO 66KV
Thorne & Derrick are specialist distributors of LV, MV & HV Cable Installation, Jointing, Earthing, Substation & Electrical Eqpt – servicing UK and global businesses involved in cable installations, jointing, substation, overhead line and electrical construction at LV, 11kV, 33kV and EHV.
We supply the Power Transmission & Distribution industry in the onshore and offshore wind, solar, rail, oil/gas, data centre, battery storage and utility sectors.
Product Categories: Duct Seals | Cable Cleats | Cable Glands | Electrical Safety | Arc Flash Clothing & Protection | Cable Jointing Tools | Cable Pulling & Laying | Earthing | Feeder Pillars | Cable Joints LV | Joints & Terminations MV HV | Cable Transits | Fuses MV HV | Cold Shrink
Since 1985, T&D have provided an outstanding service to UK and export customers – we are highly customer responsive and absolutely committed to providing a world-class service. We offer 100,000+ products from 100+ manufacturers - a multi-million pound stock holding provides complete global supply solutions.
