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OEL’s CrossVent Arc Flash HoodNew lightweight dual fan system creates greaterair movement with less neck fatigue!CrossVenthood withgreaterairflow!The NEW CrossVent Arc Flash Hood offered by OEL usestwo 9-volt batteries and the fans are attached with FR hookand loop for ease of removal.The innovative CrossVent Arc Flash Hood provides a gentleand quiet breeze that keeps the worker cool and decreaseshazardous effects of lens fogging. The hood is engineeredto prevent neck fatigue with its lightweight dual fan systemdesign.Note: CrossVent hoods with internal fans are not NOISH approved andare not intended to be used as a respirator. The fan is intended to provideadditional comfort for the user.CrossVent Arc Flash Hood FeaturesRemovable fansOverviewThe hood is designed with removable internal fans to keep youcool and to decrease lens fogging.BenefitReduces heat stress by allowing air to circulate for a cooler, morecomfortable work atmosphere.ProtectionLevel 2 - Level 4Model #AFW25FANAFW40FANAFW65FANIndura Ultra Soft®, Internal Fans (Arc Rating = 25 cal/cm²)Indura Ultra Soft®, Internal Fans (Arc Rating = 40 cal/cm²)Nomex®/Kevlar®, Internal Fans (Arc Rating = 65 cal/cm²)www.oelsales.com 1-800-818-2244OEL Worldwide Industries www.oelsales.com 800.818.2244
WarningsIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR PPEARC PROTECTION CLOTHING REQUIREMENTSOSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 (l)(6)(iii) “The employer shallensure that each employee who is exposed to the hazardsof flames or electric arcs does not wear clothing that,when exposed to flames or electric arcs, could increasethe extent of injury that would be sustained by theemployee.”Clothing made from acetate, nylon, polyester and rayoneither pure or blended should not be worn when workingin hazardous environments. (see videos showing thishazard at www.oelsales.com)Clothing made from 100% cotton or wool must bedetermined acceptable for the conditions the workerwill be exposed to. Clothing made from flame-resistantmaterials, that meet current ASTM F1506, is acceptable.ASTM F1506 details the specifications of a textile to beused by an electrical worker as a means of electrical arcprotection. A garment must include a label, which statesthe following information: Tracking I.D. Code, Meets ASTMF1506, Manufacturer’s name, Care Instructions & FiberContent, Size, and “Arc Rating” - ATPV or EBT.ASTM F2178 is the test method used to measure arc ratedproducts intended to protect the face of workers exposedto electrical arcs.ALWAYS PERFORM A HAZZARD ASSESSMENTThe NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safetyin the Workplace requires employers toperform an Electrical Arc Hazard Assessment.Each situation is unique and needs tobe evaluated on its own merits. ASTMF1959 details the standardized test thatmust be used to determine the thermalprotective value of textiles in an electric arcapplication.Clothing selected for a particular applicationshall have an arc thermal performance valueof (EBT or ATPV) higher than the potentialhazard to prevent the onset of 2nd degreeburns.VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR:Reviewing our up to date Tool CatalogReviewing our new ARC Flash Clothing CatalogWitnessing our stunning ARC Flash VideosReading up on the latest OSHA rules andregulationswww.oelsales.comDANGERS OF ARC FLASHEven relatively low voltages can be fatal. For example,electrical shocks produced from common 60 hz AC powerpassing from hand to foot for a duration of one second canhave the following effects:Effects of Electrical ShockCurrentEffects1-3Milliamps3+Milliamps10+Milliamps30+Milliamps60+Milliamps4+Amps5+AmpsTingling SensationShock (pain)Muscular Contractions (can’t let go)Respiratory Paralysis (may be fatal)Ventricular Fibrillation (usually fatal)Heart Paralysis (fatal)Tissue Burning (fatal, vital organsdestroyed)www.oelsales.com 6 1-800-818-2244
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