Por Que Trabajar en la Industria Electrica
La Industria eléctrica impulsa casa parte de la vida moderna, desde los dispositivos que usamos todos los días, hasta la infraestructura que mantiene nuestro mundo conectado. Y se proyecta que esta industria crecerá tres veces más rápido que el promedio nacional. La fuerza laboral eléctrica de hoy es mas que cables y herramientas, incluye ingenieros […]
Seguridad Electrica en Centros de Datos
Los centros de datos operan 24-7, 350 días al año, alimentando sistemas críticos de los que dependen, empresas, gobiernos y comunidades. Esa confiabilidad comienza con la seguridad eléctrica. Instale únicamente equipos certificados y debidamente aprobados diseñados para el entorno. Utilizar componentes aprobados ayuda a garantizar que los sistemas funcionen como se espera y reduce el […]
AFCI and GFCI Performance Survey – SC and GA
In 2025, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) surveyed electrical contractors, electrical designers, electrical engineers, and electrical planners in Georgia and South Carolina, to gain an understanding of the performance of safety devices required in the National Electrical Code. Key Findings: 37% of electrical contractor service calls involved tripped breakers or fuses 74% of respondents […]
Know When to Stop Work – Video Short
Just a quick reminder from the jobsite. If you’re asked to do a task and you haven’t been trained or don’t have the tools for, it’s ok to stop. Seriously. Training matters, asking questions matters, speaking up matters. Knowing when to say when helps keep everyone safe at work.
Seguridad en el Trabajo – Video Short
Un mensaje dese el lugar de trabajo. Si te piden hacer algo y no tienes el entrenamiento o las herramientas, esta bien parar. En serio. El entrenamiento importa. Hacer preguntas importa. Y hablar importa. Saber cuando decir tengo que parar ayuda a que todos regresen seguros a casa. ESFI.org
Workplace Electrical Fatalities: 2011 – 2024
Every year the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) compiles workplace safety data from the Bureau of Labor Statsitics (BLS) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to track trends on electrical safety in the workplace. Electrical fatality rates have stayed steady between 2011 – 2024 1,654 electrical fatalities in the workplace between 2011 – […]
Lithium-Ion Battery Transporter Survey
Lithium-ion Battery Transporter Survey Download Attachment In 2024, the Electrical Safety Foundation International surveyed drivers/transporters and recyclers on their experience with electric vehicle (EV) transportation. ELECTRIC VEHICLE TRANSPORTATION REQURIES PRECAUTION 64% of respondents have been involved in transporting electric vehicles 77% transported EV because of vehicle damage or post -accident recovery 61% transported EV due […]
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Survey
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Survey Download Attachment In late 2023, the Electrical Safety Foundation surveyed electric vehicle supply equipment installers, building owners, and electric vehicle owners to understand their knowledge of electric vehicle charging safety and to understand how prepared each group was for EV charging. Survey highlights: Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Installers 56% […]
What are Surge Protective Devices
A 2024 survey by the Electrical Safety Foundation International found that 73% of industrial and commercial facilities experienced a surge. 31% of these facilities experience multiple surges in a year. What is a voltage surge? A power surge is a brief overvoltage event that can damage electrical devices and is a common cause for failure […]
Surge Protective Devices (SPD): Benefits and Misconceptions
Download Attachment Surge Protective Devices Benefits and Misconceptions The Understanding of Surge Protective Devices Survey In 2021 and 2024, the Electrical Safety Foundation International surveyed industrial and commercial facility professionals on the impact of voltage surges. These professionals provided insights on regarding power surge incidences and effects, as well as uses of surge protectives devices […]
Workplace Safety – Know When to Say When – Know When to Stop Work
While qualified electrical line workers and electricians are often willing to go above and beyond the call, some jobs require specific knowledge and experience. That’s why it’s important to stop and reassess a situation if there is ever a doubt about a job’s task or a procedure’s requirement. As qualified electrical workers, it is our […]
Workplace Safety – Limits of Approach – Always Look Up
It’s no surprise that a construction job site can be an incredibly dangerous workplace. With so many safety protocols and procedures to follow, it can seem overwhelming. But the truth is, most accidents involving electricity, are caused by non-electrical workers inadvertently contacting power lines. Voltage Limited Approach Boundary < 50 V 10 ft (3 m) […]