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Hosted by Brian McCauley and Derek Vigstol of e-Hazard, these sessions will bring major value to anyone looking to better understand electrical safety compliance. Whether it is as simple as trying to figure out what electrical personal protective equipment is needed, or as challenging as meeting the latest OSHA requirements, both Brian and Derek make this simple to understand as well as implement. The topics discussed will be helpful to anyone, from experts in the field or those just starting out. Each episode will tackle various electrical safety topics, so you are always guaranteed to walk away with something new. We focus on helping you keep your teams safe when it comes to electrical work as well as how to implement the best practices in electrical safety compliance. Derek Vigstol is an Electrical Safety Consultant for e-Hazard. He has been in the electrical industry for over 11 years and is an expert on NFPA 70E. Brian McCauley handles Sales & Marketing for e-Hazard and has been in the electrical industry for 17 years. Email any questions to [email protected]

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Series Introduction on Electrical & Arc Flash Personal Protective Equipment. Part 4

2025/11/14

On this podcast we are launching the 4th episode in a series on electrical and arc flash personal protective equipment. Derek and Brian are joined by Zarheer Jooma, PE and Scott Margolin. Zarheer is a Professional Engineer and Partner for e-Hazard. Scott is the Vice President of Corporate Strategy & Technical at Tyndale. During this episode we will talk about personnel stating they do not need PPE because they don’t work energized. There is a lot of conversation in the industry about this and most likely if there are personnel stating this, they very well may be working energized as there are important steps that must be performed before we can assume any equipment is de-energized. Join Brian, Derek, Zarheer, and Scott for this first episode of this series and download this episode now!

Series Introduction on Electrical & Arc Flash Personal Protective Equipment. Part 3

2025/11/10

On this podcast we are launching the 3rd episode in a series on electrical and arc flash personal protective equipment. Derek and Brian are joined by Zarheer Jooma, PE and Scott Margolin. Zarheer is a Professional Engineer and Partner for e-Hazard. Scott is the Vice President of Corporate Strategy & Technical at Tyndale. During this episode we will talk about arc blast and what PPE (if any) should be worn where there is an arc blast risk. As we continue to discuss you will see that there are a lot of complexities as well as the similarities when comparing shark diving to working energized! Join Brian, Derek, Zarheer, and Scott for the third episode of this series and download this episode now!

Series Introduction on Electrical & Arc Flash Personal Protective Equipment. Part 2

2025/10/31

On this podcast we continue the series with the 2nd part on electrical and arc flash personal protective equipment. Derek and Brian are joined by Zarheer Jooma, PE and Scott Margolin. Zarheer is a Professional Engineer and Partner for e-Hazard. Scott is the Vice President of Corporate Strategy & Technical at Tyndale. Episode 2 in this series is one you will not want to miss as we discuss cotton and whether it can be worn safely when working on or around electrical hazards. Join Brian, Derek, Zarheer, and Scott for this 2nd episode of this series and download this episode now! https://tyndaleusa.com/new-video-library/arc-week/

Series Introduction on Electrical & Arc Flash Personal Protective Equipment. Part 1

2025/10/27

On this podcast we are launching the first episode in a series on electrical and arc flash personal protective equipment. Derek and Brian are joined by Zarheer Jooma, PE and Scott Margolin. Zarheer is a Professional Engineer and Partner for e-Hazard. Scott is the Vice President of Corporate Strategy & Technical at Tyndale. As we kick off this series, Scott and Zarheer discuss the complexities as well as the similarities of shark diving and working energized—believe it or not there is a lot in common when you compare these 2! Join Brian, Derek, Zarheer, and Scott for this first episode of this series and download this episode now! https://tyndaleusa.com/new-video-library/arc-week/

The Good, Better & Best Options to look for when it comes to arc flash PPE & Layering

2025/10/13

On this podcast Brian and Derek are joined by Derek Sang with Bulwark. The title of this episode is The Good, Better & Best Options to look for when it comes to arc flash PPE & Layering. Our listeners should walk away having much more knowledge of the electrical and arc flash personal protective equipment needed. We will also discuss breakopen, the differences in certain fibers, technologies, and industry trends. Join Brian, Derek V. and Derek S. for this discussion and download this episode now!

Energized Work & When it is justified by NFPA 70E?

2025/09/16

On this podcast Brian and Derek discuss energized work. This is a highly debated topic in the industry and Derek will go into detail on 5 exceptions from NFPA 70E, one of those exceptions is relatively new as it is from the NFPA 70E 2024 update. Join Brian and Derek for this discussion and download this episode now!

NFPA 70B—Where to Start?

2025/07/18

On this podcast Brian and Derek discuss NFPA 70B and answering the question for where to start. Derek will take us through the value of a gap analysis and discuss why this is such a great starting point for those looking to get compliance with NFPA 70B. Derek will discuss how a gap analysis will lay out next steps as well as an overall roadmap for compliance. NFPA 70B compliance ultimately leads to lower insurance premiums, strong ROI, as well as lowered safety risks. Join Brian and Derek for this discussion and download this episode now!

Electrical Safety for Electrical Vehicles, Batteries, and DC.

2025/06/04

In this episode, Derek and Brian are joined by e-Hazard founding partner, Bill Shinn, PE. A pioneer in the Electrical Safety industry, Bill has taken the lead on developing training for DC applications such as electric vehicles, batteries, and DC chargers. DC battery applications are rapidly evolving, creating challenges and uncertainty, as new technologies continuously join the market. We focus on keeping safety measures and training in step. Join Bill, Derek, and Brian as they clarify the risks and best-practice safety protocols in the rapidly expanding DC-powered world.

What is a Qualified Electrical Worker?

2025/05/05

On this podcast Derek and Brian discuss, “What is a Qualified Electrical Worker?” There has been a lot of confusion in the industry around this topic and Derek and Brian try to set the record straight for everyone. Questions like, “Who qualifies the electrical worker?, and “How an electrical worker can become qualified,” and the importance of an Electrical Safety Program to define roles in the organization are all discussed on this podcast. Join Derek and Brian for this discussion as it should assist with any questions and provide some clarity around this common question.

Continuing Education or CEU’s for the Electrical Industry

2024/12/12

On this podcast Brian and Derek discuss continuing education in the electrical industry. They will discussed what options are available in the electrical industry as well as how can you specifically accomplish your goals for CEU’s. Also, with all the state regulations for how CEU’s are handled, Derek and Brian suggest some ways that you can ensure you are getting the proper credit. Join Brian and Derek for this discussion so you will be up to speed on this impactful topic.

Does Level 0 Still Exist?

2024/08/26

On this podcast Brian and Derek have a special guest, Zarheer Jooma, PE. Zarheer is a Professional Engineer as well as a Partner for e-Hazard and brings a lot of experience to the electrical industry. There is a lot of confusion around this level 0 and Derek and Zarheer do a great job detailing out what to look for as well as how to simplify this topic so we all are safe and compliant. Join Brian, Derek and Zarheer for this discussion so you will be up to speed.

Avoiding Contact, Part 2

2024/03/04

In “Avoiding Contact, Part 2” Brian, Derek and George continue their discussion of protection strategies for avoiding inadvertent contact, as well as training needs and advocacy within the industry. Join Brian, Derek and George for this discussion and download “Part 2” now!

Avoiding Contact, Part 1

2024/02/26

On this podcast Brian and Derek have a special guest, George Cole. George has a very strong background as an electrician and works for a utility in Arizona. We will discuss the methods for avoiding inadvertent contact as a protection strategy, as well as what OSHA and NFPA 70E say on the subject. Donning PPE, or de-energizing electrical equipment, is not enough to ensure safe working conditions. Derek and George give some great details around additional practices to consider. Join Brian, Derek and George for this discussion and download this episode now!

NFPA 70B

2023/11/16

Don’t throw those manufacturers’ manuals away just yet! NFPA 70B sets the stage for a new era in electrical equipment maintenance. From needs’ assessments to predictive maintenance to OSHA, Brian and Derek explain the ramifications of transforming a long-time “recommended practice” into an industry standard.

NFPA 70E Changes for 2024

2023/10/23

Join Brian McCauley and Derek Vigstol as they discuss the revisions in 2024 NFPA 70E. While the changes in the 2024 revision are not ground-breaking, there are shifts that impact practices in the industry, perhaps more significantly than first appears. Find out how Annex S, limited approach boundaries, verifying Electrically Safe Work Conditions, among other changes, will impact the industry.