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How to Perform an Arc Flash Study – IEEE 1584 – 16 Hours
16 Hours | 16 PDHs | 1.6 CEUs
In this 16 hour arc flash training class, Jim Phillips, P.E., takes you through the IEEE 1584 Standard. He takes you behind the scenes and discusses the details of the standard’s development, walks you through the arc flash analysis calculations with his calculation worksheets and how the standard is is used in arc flash studies. Learn about electrode configurations, enclosure size adjustments, system modeling, and Jim’s insider view of how to perform an arc flash study.
How do the electrode configurations affect the arcing fault current and incident energy? Why does HCB solve a PPE issue that was first identified during an ejected arc test.
$995.00Â Â Individual Registration
$746.25Â Â Â 4 or more – Save 25%
For Large Groups or to hold this class at your location: Call or email: Program Director | 800.874.8883 | +1.480.275.7451
What You Will Receive with this Live Class:
- 16 Hours of Live training by Jim Phillips, P.E.
- In depth discussion of IEEE 1584, electrode configurations, calculations and more based on Jim’s insider’s view.
- Spiral bound notebook with 340+ slides
- Jim’s arc flash calculation worksheets
- On Demand Version of this class that does not expire! $495.00 Value!
- Certificate with 16 Hours of Continuing Education Credit
- Interactive Q&A with Jim Phillips
Register for This Class
Upon completion of this LIVE scheduled class, you will receive access to the full on-demand version for review and future reference. The on-demand version will never expire!
Live Stream Daily Schedule
Two – 2 Hour Sessions Per Day
One Hour Break Each Day
Eastern Time
11:00 am - 1:00 pm EST
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST
Pacific Time
8:00 am - 10:00 am PST
11:00 am - 1:00 pm PST
Registration Deadline
Five days before first class in order to receive the class material.
Bonus
Access to on-demand version of this class is included
Course Details
In this 16 hour arc flash hazard analysis training class, Jim Phillips, P.E., takes you through the IEEE 1584 Standard. Jim walks you through the calculations with his calculation worksheets and how standard is is used in arc flash studies. You will see calculation details and be able to evaluate the differences when changing parameters such as electrode configurations and enclosure sizes.
Highlights of the IEEE 1584 Standard:
- Five different electrode configurations to enable more detailed modeling
- Vertical electrodes in a metal box/enclosure.
- Vertical electrodes terminated in an insulating barrier in a metal box/enclosure – VCCB
- Horizontal electrodes in a metal box/enclosure – HCB
- Vertical electrodes in open air – VOA
- Horizontal electrodes in open air – HOA
- Enclosure types and sizes
- Enclosure correction factor calculation to adjust for specific enclosure size
- The effect of grounding has been eliminated
- An arcing current variation factor calculation
- Calculations performed at 1 of 3 voltage levels with interpolation to actual voltage
- The 125 kVA transformer exception was eliminated
Each calculation is performed in 2 steps which includes an initial calculation based on one of three voltage levels and a second calculation interpolating to the specific system voltage.  What about the 2 second rule? Jim discusses all this and much more.
Group Discounts
Group Discounts: Need to train your staff? Take advantage of our group training discounts.
4 or more: 25% discount | 10 or more: 30% discount | Larger Groups may qualify for Larger Discounts!
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Agenda – IEEE 1584 Arc Flash Training Class
- ARC FLASH AND OTHER ELECTRICAL HAZARDS
Physiological Effects, Electrocution, Tissue Damage, Internal Organ Damage, Burns Fibrillation, “Curable” 2nd Degree Burn - CODES AND STANDARDS
OSHA 29 CFR – Part 1910, Subpart S, NFPA 70, National Electrical Code®, 2018 NFPA 70E, (CSA Z462 for Canada Classes) Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace, 2018 IEEE Standard 1584™, IEEE Guide for Performing Arc Flash Hazard Calculations, Legal Requirements, Liability -  IEEE 1584 – STANDARD DEVELOPMENT
History of the Development of IEEE 1584, IEEE/NFPA Collaboration, Working Group and Project Team, Range of Applicability, Data Requirements, Study Process, Table of Results for the Arc Flash Study Report. - ARC FLASH CIRCUIT DYNAMICSÂ
Arcing Faults vs. Bolted Faults, Effect of Current on Overcurrent Device Clearing Time, Current Limitation, Effect of Transformer Size and Source Strength - MODELING THE ARC FLASH STUDY
One-Line, Data, System Configuration, Multiple Sources - ELECTRIC UTILITY COMPANY DATA
What data should be requested, minimum and maximum fault current, why not to use infinite bus calculations, what if the data can not be obtained? - OVERVIEW OF IEEE 1584
Introduction and Summary of the Standard - ELECTRODE CONFIGURATIONS
VCB – Vertical electrodes in a metal box/enclosure, VCCB Vertical electrodes terminated in an insulating barrier in a metal box/enclosure, HCB – Horizontal electrodes in a metal box/enclosure, VOA – Vertical electrodes in open air, HOA – Horizontal electrodes in open air - ARCING SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT CALCULATIONS– LOW VOLTAGE
Calculation of Intermediate Average Arcing Current, Calculation Final Arcing Current – Interpolate for Voltage, Coefficients, Data - ENCLOSURE SIZES AND TYPES
New Enclosures, Sizes and Types, Gap Distances - ENCLOSURE SIZE CORRECTION FACTOR CALCULATIONS
Determining Correction Factor for Enclosure Size. Shallow vs. Typical Enclosure - WORKING DISTANCE
Selection of Working Distance for Incident Energy Calculations - ARC DURATION
Using Time Current Curves, 2 Second Cut Off, Arc Sustainability - INCIDENT ENERGY CALCULATIONS – LOW VOLTAGE
Calculation of Intermediate Incident Energy, Calculation of Final Incident Energy – Interpolate for Voltage, Coefficients, Data - ARC FLASH BOUNDARY CALCULATIONS – LOW VOLTAGE
Calculation of Intermediate Arc Flash Boundary, Calculation of Final Arc Flash Boundary – Interpolate for Voltage, Coefficients, Data - ARCING CURRENT VARIATION FACTOR
Calculation the Arcing Current Variation Factor for Minimum Arcing Current - ARCING SHORT CIRCUIT CURRENT CALCULATIONS – MEDIUM VOLTAGE
Calculation of Intermediate Average Arcing Current, Calculation Final Arcing Current – Interpolate for Voltage, Coefficients, Data - INCIDENT ENERGY CALCULATIONS – MEDIUM VOLTAGE
Calculation of Intermediate Incident Energy, Calculation of Final Incident Energy – Interpolate for Voltage, Coefficients, Data - ARC FLASH BOUNDARY CALCULATIONS – MEDIUM VOLTAGE
Calculation of Intermediate Arc Flash Boundary, Calculation of Final Arc Flash Boundary – Interpolate for Voltage, Coefficients, Data - DC ARC FLASH CALCULATIONS Â
V-I Characteristics, DC Arc Resistance Calculations, DC Incident Energy Calculations, Box vs. Open Arc Calculations, Calculation Worksheets, Problem Solving - COMPARISON OF CALCULATION METHODS AND CONFIGURATIONS
Comparison or Results for VCB, VCCB, HCB - MODELING TIPS
Selection of Electrode Configuration, Enclosure Size, Gap Distances - OTHER HAZARD MEASUREMENTS
Light, Blast Pressure, Sound Pressure - DETERMINING PPE REQUIREMENTSÂ FROM INCIDENT ENERGY CALCULATIONS
Using calculated incident energy to determine PPE requirements. Simplifying the Selection - Â ARC FLASH WARNING LABELS
Jim’s Simplification for Arc Flash Labels to Reduce or Eliminate the Need to Re-Label, Minimum Requirements, Label Locations, ANSI Z535 Requirements, Incident Energy vs. Site Specific PPE vs. Arc Rating, Signal Words and Colors
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