Arc Flash Exposure
Switching, fault clearance, and electrical maintenance on site all carry arc flash risk. An Arc Flash risk assessment defines the actual cal/cm² rating needed for each task.
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Petrochemicals
Arc Flash protection for teams working in refineries, fuel handling, and other ATEX environments.
Protecting Petrochemical Teams from Arc Flash Risks
Refineries and fuel handling sites carry two risks side by side, arc flash from electrical work, and ignition from static discharge in flammable atmospheres. Both need to be addressed properly, and neither PPE choice can be an afterthought when the environment itself is explosive.
RIDDOR doesn't track arc flash separately from general electrical incidents, so there's no clean UK figure, but HSE records around 1,000 electrical incidents a year, and in our own research, 57% of electrical workers said they'd experienced an arc flash first-hand or seen it happen to a colleague.
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What Petrochemical Teams Face
The risks that shape what your team needs to wear.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
In ATEX environments, static discharge is a documented ignition source. EN 1149-5 certified clothing dissipates static rather than letting it build up, garments that insulate are the wrong choice here.
Flame and Heat Exposure
Process fires, hot work, and proximity to ignition sources call for EN ISO 11612 certified clothing, covering radiant heat, convective heat, and molten metal splash.
Long Shifts in Demanding Conditions
Refinery and plant work often means long hours in PPE that has to perform on every front at once. Comfort isn't a nice-to-have here, it's what keeps PPE worn correctly rather than loosened or left off.
Not All Arc Flash Clothing Is the Same
Some garments look like they'll protect your team and don't hold up once you check the rating, the fit, or how it's actually worn on site. We've seen teams assume they're covered when the garment, or the way it's worn, doesn't match the risk. Getting the spec right matters as much as the garment itself.
As Comfortable as Pyjamas. Built to Last
Our VXS+ fabric is 100% inherent, so protection doesn't wash out over time. Garments last up to 70% longer than standard alternatives, and every seam is backed by a Lifetime Guarantee. Fewer replacements, same protection.
CERTIFIED PRODUCTS
37 ProGARM products certified to EN 61482-2
Standards that apply to the industrial electrical sector.
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The Resources Specifiers Actually Use
Standards explained. Cal ratings decoded. Checklists you can audit against.
Guide
What Causes an Arc Flash?
An important factor in keeping yourself safe is knowing the causes of Arc Flash incidents.
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Guide
Arc Flash – Illusion of Safety
This paper explores how to dispel the Arc Flash illusion of safety and stop complacency from being a…
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Guide
5 Ways Arc Flash PPE Saves Lives
There’s no disputing the danger posed by arc flash incidents, but you might not realise just how our…
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Guide
What is ELIM?
When clothing needs to be able to save your life, you’re going to want some guarantees it’s up…
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Guide
Arc Flash vs Flame Resistant Clothing
It’s a question we’re asked on a regular basis – what’s the difference between Flame Resistant garments and…
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Guide
What is an Arc Flash?
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Frequently asked questions
How do we know if we need Arc Flash PPE?
Keeping your team safe is always top priority. Your team need to be protected against an Arc Flash incident if there is a risk of one occurring whilst they work. If your teams work in industries close to sources of high voltage, there is a good chance they need protection. A first step is to conduct an Arc Flash study at your site, a risk assessment that determines the Arc Flash hazards present. An expert in electrical safety conducts the assessment so a company understands the risks their workplace poses, and how to protect against them.
What does an Arc Flash study involve?
Keeping your team safe is always top priority. Your team need to be protected against an Arc Flash incident if there is a risk of one occurring whilst they work. If your teams work in industries close to sources of high voltage, there is a good chance they need protection. A first step is to conduct an Arc Flash study at your site, a risk assessment that determines the Arc Flash hazards present. An expert in electrical safety conducts the assessment so a company understands the risks their workplace poses, and how to protect against them.
Who needs to carry out an Arc Flash study?
Keeping your team safe is always top priority. Your team need to be protected against an Arc Flash incident if there is a risk of one occurring whilst they work. If your teams work in industries close to sources of high voltage, there is a good chance they need protection. A first step is to conduct an Arc Flash study at your site, a risk assessment that determines the Arc Flash hazards present. An expert in electrical safety conducts the assessment so a company understands the risks their workplace poses, and how to protect against them.
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