Electrical Engineer how-to

How to Run an Arc Flash Study

Studies protect workers.

Updated By the Career Education Institute Curriculum Team
Quick answer

Studies protect workers. In short: collect; build; run, then complete the remaining steps below.

Step by step

  1. Collect system data.

  2. Build the model.

  3. Run short-circuit calculations.

  4. Calculate incident energy.

  5. Label equipment.

  6. Recommend mitigation.

Safety reminders for electrical engineers

  • Follow NFPA 70E
  • Design for arc flash safety
  • Follow codes
  • Test before touching

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