Nfpa 70e arc flash label requirements

Are you wondering if you even need arc flash labels in your facility? 

I mean, isn’t there some other way to do it? 

Or a simpler version of the label that doesn’t require engineering calculations?

What is required by law?

Is an arc flash study required by code?

In this article, we will answer these questions and more!

Here is what you’ll learn:

1. Are arc flash labels required?
2. What does the law require?
3. What do the standards say?
4. Your two options
5. What is the bare minimum?
6. The bottom line

Let’s go!

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Are arc flash labels required?

The simple answer is YES.

You absolutely need to warn people of the potential that an arc flash hazard may exist inside any of the electrical equipment where it’s possible.

The thing you really need to consider is how much information are you going to put on your label?

And more importantly… how are you going to get that information?

Let’s go a little deeper into the rules and regulations before exploring our options.

What does the law require?