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Arc Flash Standards & Requirements
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Head Protection Requirements
Incident
Energy
1.2-4.9 cal/cm²
5-7.9 cal/cm²
8-11.9 cal/cm²
12 cal/cm² or
higher
OSHA Law (3 phase)
None (Except hard hat)
Arc rated faceshield with a minimum
arc rating of 8 cal/cm²
Arc rated hood
Arc rated hood
NPFA 70E-2015
Faceshield + Balaclava
Faceshield + Balaclava
Faceshield + Balaclava
Arc rated hood**
** For NFPA 70E-2015, a beekeeper style
hood must be worn if using the tables.
If the incident energy is calculated, a goggle
+ balaclava is acceptable.
“Beekeeper” Hood
Balaclava + Goggles
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