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Arc Flash Solutions
Arc flash events are one of the most dangerous risks inside an electrical system. They can cause severe burns, equipment failure, and costly downtime. That’s why an arc flash hazard analysis isn’t just a box to check—it’s an important step in keeping your people and your facility safe.
At ESCO Power & Safety, our team of professionals takes the guesswork out of compliance and safety. We follow the latest standards—NFPA 70E, IEEE 1584, and OSHA requirements so you can be confident your facility is protected and fully compliant.
Industrial & Manufacturing
In high-load, high-risk environments, arc flash mitigation is about more than compliance—it’s about protecting lives and avoiding costly outages. Our consultants help you evaluate system vulnerabilities, conduct full NFPA 70E/70B risk assessments, and develop actionable safety programs that align with your maintenance and production schedules.
Commercial
For commercial properties with aging infrastructure or growing electrical demand, we provide tailored arc flash studies and system coordination reviews. Our team consults on labeling, panel accessibility, and energy reduction strategies—ensuring you meet OSHA and NFPA requirements while keeping tenants and employees safe.
Municipal
Schools, hospitals, and government buildings require meticulous planning around safety, accessibility, and system reliability. ESCO’s consulting services address these unique needs with detailed hazard analysis, emergency response planning, and maintenance program development that fits within public sector operations and budget cycles.
Arc Flash Services
What is an arc flash?
An arc flash is a sudden release of electrical energy through the air, caused by a fault or short circuit. The result can be an explosion of heat, light, and pressure powerful enough to injure workers and destroy equipment. With the right analysis and protection strategies, the risks can be significantly reduced.
Compliance & safety Standards
- NFPA 70E requires shock and arc flash risk assessments before any energized work.
- OSHA enforces these requirements—facilities that don’t comply face potential fines and serious safety risks.
- Best practice: Have an arc flash assessment performed at least every 5 years, or any time your system undergoes major changes.
Why Work With us?
Experienced engineers – Every study is performed by degreed electrical engineers who know the ins and outs of power systems.
Standards you can trust – We stay current with NFPA, IEEE, and OSHA requirements so your analysis holds up to scrutiny.
Practical recommendations – We don’t just hand you a report; we walk you through the results, explain what they mean, and help you decide the best path forward.
Proven process – With decades of experience and thousands of hours in the field, we’ve developed a step-by-step method that delivers clear, reliable results.
Our Step-By-Step Process
1. Data Collections
We start with the details: voltage levels, utility fault current, breaker settings, transformer data, and conductor sizes. Accurate data leads to accurate results.
2. System Modeling
We update or create a one-line diagram and model your system in professional software like SKM Power Tools. This gives us a clear picture of how your electrical system behaves.
3. Short-Circuit Study
We calculate fault currents and check equipment ratings. This helps us spot weak points before they become dangerous.
4. Protective Device Coordination
We analyze relays, breakers, and fuses to make sure the right device clears the fault quickly and safely without shutting down your entire system.
5. Equipment Rating Evaluation
We check that your electrical equipment such as breakers, panels, switchgear, and transformers are rated to handle the fault currents in your system. If anything is undersized or at risk, we’ll point it out so you can address it before it becomes a problem.
6. Arc Flash Calculations
Using NFPA and IEEE methods, we calculate incident energy levels, approach boundaries, and PPE categories. This tells you exactly what protection your workers need.
7. Report & Action Plan
We deliver a stamped engineering report with one-line diagrams, hazard levels, and recommendations. We’ll meet with you to go over the results and talk through mitigation options.
8. Labeling & Training
Finally, we provide NFPA-compliant arc flash warning labels and, if you’d like, on-site safety training so your team knows how to work safely.
About Us
ESCO Power & Safety provides electrical engineering, safety training, and compliance services that help organizations operate more safely, efficiently, and confidently.
From arc flash analysis and NFPA 70E/70B planning to turnkey design and testing support, the team delivers practical, high-impact solutions tailored to each facility’s needs. As part of the employee-owned Scintilla‑ESCO Group, ESCO Power & Safety is committed to building long-term client relationships and supporting critical infrastructure with trusted, code-compliant expertise.