IEEE 1584 - 2018 & NFPA 70E arc flash terminology

Arc flash, a type of electrical explosion, is one of the most complex workplace risks that exist. It is often described using technical terminology and acronyms. Also, several basic concepts and definitions are key to understand­ing how arc flash hazards are measured and how this informa­tion can be used to help protect personnel. Below are the most important ones with simple explanation.