Pandora’s Box Opened

Pandora’s Box Opened

by | Aug 17, 2017 | Mark Standifer

The only function of an OCPD that matters when it comes to an arc flash, is the instantaneous setting and how fast can a breaker open the circuit and stop the current flow to the fault. “Normal Operations” which is Pandora’s box when it comes to people being safe and...
“OCPD” Overcurrent Protective Device

“OCPD” Overcurrent Protective Device

by | Aug 9, 2017 | Mark Standifer

The OCPD that is installed on your equipment comes in many forms and is often forgotten about when it comes to maintenance and the importance of the protection. The OCPD is in use on every circuit and is considered to be “Normal Operation” of the electrical equipment....
Grounding (Final thoughts)

Grounding (Final thoughts)

by | Jul 21, 2017 | Mark Standifer

  As I wrote in my previous blog, I want to finalize my thoughts and move on the other subjects that are equal in importance and safety! A decision must be made and mine would be to have a smart meter installed (if not already) and use that meter to determine...
Grounding Electrical Equipment Continued

Grounding Electrical Equipment Continued

by | Jul 18, 2017 | Mark Standifer

I cannot express my concerns enough when it comes to this subject and I must clear up some misconceptions that, (sad to say), experienced electrical people, engineers, supervisors, and anyone who has ever been a part of this have been told, taught, and performed some...
Grounding Electrical Equipment

Grounding Electrical Equipment

by | Jul 7, 2017 | Mark Standifer

“Grounding Electrical Equipment” for personal protection, good idea, or bad?  The highest risk and the perhaps the most dangerous task a person could perform as an electrician/engineer/electrical worker. I have used this picture for many years in the 70E classes I...