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The objective of the Arc Flash & Isolation Safety Conference is to provide the industry with the latest developments and best practice to deal with arc flash hazards and isolation safety issues. You will have a chance to discuss your electrical safety issues with our speakers, and gain practical applications to improve arc flash and isolation safety in your workplace.
The focus throughout is on the experiences of end users.
The Arc Flash Conference will be attended by those who are interested in technical solutions to their arc flash and isolation issues, industry trends, standards developments and new techniques to handle existing electrical safety threats.
➡ For more details download the event brochure HERE or register online HERE.
Technical Topics Include
Legal Responsibility & The Electricity at Work Regulations By Anthony Smith
This presentation by Anthony Smith (CEO – Lantei Compliance Services & The Electrical Safety Network) will focus on the legal requirements related to the maintenance of LV MV HV electrical installations, systems and equipment. It will cover issues raised in the IET Code of Practice for Electrical Safety Management, the latest legislation and regulations including the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974. The aim of this section is to help duty holder’s work towards some element of clarity and simplicity whilst maintaining compliance in the workplace, a must for all those serious about electrical safety in the workplace. See Session 14 in the Event Document.
LV MV HV Voltage Detectors | Portable Earthing | Insulating Sticks | Insulating Gloves | CATU Electrical Equipment – Largest Stocks In UK & Europe from THORNE & DERRICK
Meet International Keynote Speaker Jim Pollard - Arc Flash Expert, Arc-Rated PPE (Unlimited PPE Inc)
The Human Factor In Electrical Safety - Ways To Reduce Error & Improve Performance by Jim Pollard
Arc Flash Risk Assessment From A UK Perspective - Whats New by John Maplesden
Building & Implementing A Flame Resistant/Arc Rated (FR/AR) Program For Arc Flash Hazard by Derek Sang
Arc Flash In The Maritime Industry - Case Study Of Arc Flash Hazard & Mitigation Through System Design On A New Build Vessel by Shaun White
International Arc Classification According To IEC62271-200 by Andy Seccombe
How To Make LV Switchgear Assemblies According To IEC61439 Safer by Lutz Graufmann
Gaps In Electrical Training & The Safety Implications Of this Related To Arc Flash by Kevin Hann
ARC Flash PPE - Do You Or Don't You Need It? by Anthony Long
Arc Flash Risk Assessments - A Case Study From Swedens Largest Nuclear Power Plant by Thomas Winter
The Anatomy Of Arc Flash PPE by Jim Pollard
IEEE 1584 Guide For Performing Arc Flash Hazard Calculations by Alan O'Kelly
3 Case Studies Looking At The Practicality Of ARc Flash Risk Assessment In The Workplace by Pay Mynett
Selection of PPE - Practical Experience & Comparison Of Different Arc Assessment Methods by Thomas Jordan
Duty Holder Responsibility by Anthony Smith
Download the full event brochure HERE.
Register online below ▼ or email your registration form to [email protected]. If you experience any difficulties, please email or call the UK office on +44 (020) 8335 4014.
The Gains
• Learn about UK, EU and international standards developments in arc flash
• Hear case studies detailing the latest arc flash mitigation strategies and solutions
• Define what personal protective equipment (PPE) is required on your site
• Understand how to achieve a compliant and electrically safe work place
• Learn about the recent updates to NFPA 70E 2012, CSA Z462, BS7671 and IEEE 1584
• Clearly understand what an arc flash is and the potential injuries it can cause
• Learn about electrical safety statistics and the implications for you
• Detail the steps to perform an arc flash hazard analysis
• Understand practical considerations for PPE selection, testing and maintenance
• Learn how to provide arc flash training for your staff
• Network with specialists in the field and your peers
• No sales pitches – non-commercial presentations
Who Should Attend?
• Electrical Technicians, Engineers and Managers
• Engineering Managers
• Risk Assessors
• Design Engineers
• Manufacturers of PPE & Safety Equipment
• Safety Facilitators
• Instrumentation & Control Technicians and Engineers
• Process Safety and Loss Prevention Managers
• Government Safety Regulators/Inspectors
• OHS/Training Managers
• Tradespersons working in potentially explosive areas
Conference Particulars
| Event Date | 21/05/2019 |
| Event End Date | 22/05/2019 |
| Registration Start Date | 01/02/2019 |
| Cut Off Date | 31/05/2019 |
| Original Price | £750.00 |
| Discounted Price | £675.00 (Until 23/04/2019) |
| Fixed Group Price | £1,500.00 |
| Location | Marriott Manchester – Victoria & Albert Hotel |
“30,000 Arc Flash Incidents per year” Source: ISHN
➡ DISCOUNTS – We are offering a 10% off early bird discount until April 23rd (SAVE £75 per person) plus a 3 for 2 offer – register 3 delegates and only pay for 2 (SAVE to £750). Discounts are applied at online check-out.
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