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Electric arc
A sustained electrical discharge through a gas such as air.
Safety notes
- Prevent inadvertent initiation, maintain ratings and boundaries, and use qualified arc-flash controls where applicable.
- Applicable law, permits, collective agreements, venue rules, and qualified-person decisions take precedence.
In practice
Prevent inadvertent initiation, maintain ratings and boundaries, and use qualified arc-flash controls where applicable.
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Sources
- Electrical Safety Glossary · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Recommended Practices for Safety and Health Programs · Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.