An arc flash can have very serious and sometimes catastrophic consequences for both workers and companies.
Potential injuries are external and internal burns (potentially incurable), poisoning by inhalation of hot toxic gases, and loss of vision due to high-intensity ultraviolet light. Furthermore, it can lead to hearing loss due to sonic shock, other physical trauma due to explosive forces and resulting shrapnel, and post-traumatic stress. Accidents can also result in criminal charges, damaged reputations and claims for damages.
Even a minor arcing event can lead to damage to the power grid, downtime, loss of production and costs for cleaning, replacement, etc.
