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Why arc fault protection?

Each and every day electrotechnical work is carried out all
over the world. The risk that technical defects, maloper-
ations, contaminants or foreign objects in the installation
cause arc faults cannot be excluded. If arc faults occur,
workers are exposed to temperatures of more than
10,000°C and suffer severe burns.

In addition to technical systems, arc-fault-tested personal
protective equipment protects workers against the thermal
effects of an arc fault.
Personal protective equipment from DEHN consists of:
• safety helmet for electricians with face shield
• protective gloves
• protective suit or
• protective coat

According to the International Social Security Association
and national regulations, employers shall include arc fault
protection in the risk assessment. If this risk assessment
indicates that there is a risk of an arc fault, employers shall
provide suitable personal protective equipment to their
employees and ensure that it is worn. Personal protective
equipment must be tested and approved by an accredited
certification body.

Personal protective equipment from DEHN is tested to
international standards. Visors made of nanoparticles,
gloves and protective suits made of neoprene and
leather provide maximum protection and excellent
wearing comfort.

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