ARC Flash Studies
Arc Flash Studies help identify and mitigate dangerous electrical hazards before they happen.
We analyze your facility’s power system to calculate incident energy levels, determine proper PPE, and ensure your equipment is labeled correctly. Whether you’re focused on compliance, worker safety, or reducing risk, an arc flash study gives you the data you need to protect your people and your operations.
Benefits of Arc Flash Studies
Protects Workers from Serious Injury or Death
Arc flash incidents can cause severe burns, blindness, or even fatalities in a fraction of a second. A study identifies and reduces these risks by helping you label equipment correctly, determine proper PPE, and keep your crew safe.
Improves System Reliability & Maintenance Planning
An arc flash study includes a full system model and fault analysis, giving you a better understanding of how your electrical system behaves under fault conditions. This helps with coordination, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
Supports Accurate Equipment Labeling & Training
With proper arc flash labels and calculated boundaries, your team knows exactly what they’re working with; improving safety protocols, decision-making, and emergency response training.
Use Cases
New Facility Construction
Ensure arc flash safety is integrated into electrical design from the start.
Facility Renovations or Expansions
Reassess risk levels when new equipment or panels are added to your system.
Before Issuing PPE Requirements
Use study results to set appropriate PPE levels based on incident energy.
Before Implementing Lockout/Tagout Procedures
- Inform safety protocols with accurate arc flash boundaries and risk levels.
OSHA or Safety Audit Preparation
Stay compliant with industry standards and avoid potential penalties.
What's Included in an ARc Flash Study
One-line diagram review or development
Fault current and incident energy calculations
Arc flash boundary determination
PPE level recommendations
Equipment labeling with incident energy & boundaries
Risk reduction insights and mitigation strategies
Industries Served
Education & Institutions
Examples: Universities, research labs, large campuses, etc.
Manufacturing & Industrial Facilities
Examples: Food processing, packaging, automotive, heavy machinery, etc.
Warehousing & Distribution
Examples: Logistics centers, refrigerated warehouses, etc.
Government & Military Facilities
Examples: Bases, municipal buildings, transportation hubs, etc.
Healthcare
Examples: Hospitals, labs, medical device manufacturers, etc.
Utilities & Energy
Examples: Power plants, substations, water treatment plants, solar farms, etc.
Data Centers & Tech
Examples: Server farms, telecom hubs, critical infrastructure, etc.
Oil & Gas / Mining
Examples: Refineries, chemical plants, mining operations, etc.
Case Studies
We don’t just talk safety, we deliver it. These case studies show how our Arc Flash expertise has made a measurable difference for facilities like yours.
FAQs
Have questions about Arc Flash Studies? We’ve answered some of the most common ones here to help you understand what’s involved and why it matters.
What is an Arc Flash Study?
It’s an engineering analysis that calculates potential arc flash energy in your electrical system. The goal is to determine appropriate PPE, safety boundaries, and equipment labeling.
How often should an Arc Flash Study be done?
Every 5 years, or any time major electrical changes are made to your system.
Will my facility need to shut down during the study?
Not usually. Most data collection can be done without interrupting operations. Any testing or verification that requires downtime can be scheduled during off-hours.