Safety Alert

Electrical Arc Flash Injury Involving Extension Cord

IADCInternational Association of Drilling ContractorsIADC Alert 09-09

Electrical Arc Flash Injury Involving Extension Cord

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Summary

This alert describes a welder/fabricator connecting an extension cord between a 240 volt, three-phase disconnect and a welding unit. Joining the two cords produced a short and an arc flash, causing second-degree burns to the employee’s abdomen. The supplied account gives no preventive measures.

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About This Record
Publisher
International Association of Drilling Contractors
Type
Safety Alert
Reference
IADC Alert 09-09
Date
25 March 2009
Topic
Arc Flash, Electrical Safety
Link
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Record
iadc-alert-09-09 · added 3 September 2026

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