Despite the humor with the Ken doll and music, the experiment shows just how serious even a tiny arc flash can be. Those burns the doll got would be just as bad (actually worse) on real flesh. Now, multiply that by hundreds of times (a typical 120v arc like you'd get working on hot wires in a house) to tens of thousands (Commercial or industrial switchgear) or millions (power transmission/distribution) and you can easily see that arc flash is no joke. In my career I have experienced arc flash a few times at both the residential and commercial levels, and it was only my PPE and a LOT of luck that my worst injuries were some singed hair and ringing ears. Some incidents are caused by damaged equipment, but most are caused by "experienced" workers getting complacent and working on energized gear when not necessary. All it takes is one small slip up to cause a serious arc flash. Stay safe!
Despite the humor with the Ken doll and music, the experiment shows just how serious even a tiny arc flash can be. Those burns the doll got would be just as bad (actually worse) on real flesh. Now, multiply that by hundreds of times (a typical 120v arc like you'd get working on hot wires in a house) to tens of thousands (Commercial or industrial switchgear) or millions (power transmission/distribution) and you can easily see that arc flash is no joke.
In my career I have experienced arc flash a few times at both the residential and commercial levels, and it was only my PPE and a LOT of luck that my worst injuries were some singed hair and ringing ears.
Some incidents are caused by damaged equipment, but most are caused by "experienced" workers getting complacent and working on energized gear when not necessary. All it takes is one small slip up to cause a serious arc flash. Stay safe!
Great job Professor Erickson!
I like your title and how you show on the field video as you explain.
thanks a lot, I laughed so much
60 year old ex electrician/plant fitter , really enjoyed your video , the Ken doll section is a bit trippy?420 to be honest with you.
Excellent
Word.
Ken was Barbie's boyfriend. He was😔