Electrical earthing, also known as grounding is often neglected by engineers and stakeholders but it plays a critical role in preventing electrical hazards and ensuring reliability, performance, and safety in the workplace.
It is the LCM of all electrical and communication systems. Get the earthing, reduce maintenance and almost all power issues.
Fundamentally, here are few ways proper earthing done to best practices benefit organizations;
- Fire Prevention
Provides low-resistance paths for fault currents to flow, thereby preventing overheating and potential fire hazards in electrical systems.
- Prevents Electrical Shocks
Proper earthing provides a path for the safe dissipation of electrical current in the event of a fault or surge, reducing the risk of electric shocks to personnel working with electrical equipment.
- Protects Equipment
Quality earthing protects electrical equipment and appliances from damage caused by lightning strikes, power surges, and other electrical disturbances, thereby ensuring their reliability and performance.
- Compliance With Safety Standards
Proper earthing is a fundamental requirement for compliance with electrical safety standards and regulations, ensuring a safe working environment for employees.
- Mitigation Of Electromagnetic Interference
Proper earthing reduces electromagnetic interference and improves the overall performance and reliability of sensitive electronic equipment and communication systems.
In a nutshell, performance earthing is crucial for mitigating electrical hazards, protecting equipment, and ensuring the safety and reliability of electrical systems in the workplace.
Quality earthing is a key component of any electrical HSE program and overall business competitiveness in facility.
These should be implemented in accordance with relevant industry standards and best practices.
Ensure your workplace is safe, efficient and compliant to enhance seamless productivity.
Schedule a comprehensive earthing system review for you facility today!
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Victor Oyedu, FNSE, FNIEEE, CPQ.
Power Quality and Energy Management Specialist.
Publisher at Afrienergyonline.com
CEO, FullSpectrum Energy Solutions Limited, Nigeria.
