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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 Second edition of the IEEE 1584. He takes you behind the scenes and discusses the details of the second edition, walks you through the arc flash analysis calculations with his calculation worksheets and how the second edition 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 in 2010 with an ejected arc test.
$995.00 Individual Registration
$746.25 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!
- 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
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm EST
Pacific Time
9:00 am - 11:00 am PST
12:00 pm - 2:00 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 2018 edition of the IEEE 1584. Jim discusses the changes, walks you through the calculations with his calculation worksheets and how the 2018 edition is is used in arc flash studies. You will see calculation details and be able to evaluate the differences between the 2002 edition and the 2018 edition as well as differences when changing parameters such as electrode configurations and enclosure sizes.
The Second Edition of IEEE 1584 is a major game changer. Almost everything has changed since the original edition was introduced in 2002.
Highlights of the next edition include:
- Five different electrode configurations to enable more detailed modeling
- Vertical electrodes in a metal box/enclosure – VCB (also in 2002 Edition)
- 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 (also in 2002 Edition)
- Horizontal electrodes in open air – HOA
- More choices for 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 replaces the 85% factor
- 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. The 125 kVA “exception” was replaced. Learn why and what has replaced it. 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 – 2nd Edition – 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 - 2018 EDITION – IEEE 1584 – DEVELOPMENT
History of the Development of the 2018 IEEE 1584, IEEE/NFPA Collaboration, Working Group and Project Team, Almost 2000 New Arc Flash Tests, What Took So Long? Range of Applicability, Data Requirements, Study Process, Table of Results for the Arc Flash Study Report. - ARC FLASH CIRCUIT DYNAMICS
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 CHANGES TO THE 2018 IEEE 1584
Introduction and Summary of the Major Changes - 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, 125 kVA Transformer Exception Deletion – Why? - 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, Replacement for 85% factor, Applies to all Voltages - 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
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
Calculation Results from 2002 IEEE 1584 Compared to 2018 IEEE 1584, 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 REQUIREMENTS FROM INCIDENT ENERGY CALCULATIONS
Using calculated incident energy to determine PPE requirements. Simplifying the Selection - 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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