What & Why Electrical Fire – its Genesis, Mitigation and Prevention

Among all the hazards present in the work area, fire and explosion due to electricity is a significant one. More than 75% of the fires in the industrial, commercial and domestic fronts are caused by electricity. Fire and electricity are like two sides of a coin. And that is why we must be concerned with two streams – Electricity and Fire.

Our goal shall be to provide safe and healthy working conditions for all in the workplace and beyond. Hence, control and Mitigation of electrical fire, electrical arc-flash and identification of hazardous areas shall be one of our major focus areas. Mitigating and preventing a fire caused by electricity, commonly known as ‘Electrical Fire’, consists of four elements – Awareness, Causes, Testing and Safety.

The entire curriculum has been designed keeping this goal in mind. As a result, this Technical Training Program starts with the understanding of electrical safety; ignition,…