Shock protection boundaries are based on In summary, a Shock Hazard Analysis is

system voltage and whether the exposed performed to reduce the potential for direct
energized components are fixed or movable. shock. It will establish shock protection
NFPA 70E Table 130.2(C) defines these boundaries and determine PPE required for
boundary distances for nominal phase-to- protecting workers against shock hazards.
phase system voltages from 50 Volts to 800kV.
Approach Boundary distances may range from
an inch to several feet. Please refer to NFPA
70E Table 130.2(C) for more information.
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Flash Protec

1 2 3 A
Completing a shock
hazard analysis
establishes the
system voltage,
shock protection
boundaries and type
of personal protec-
tion equipment
required to protect
workers against
shock hazards.

1 Limite de aproximación segura

2 Limite de aproximación restringida

3 Limite de aproximación prohibida

A Equipo energizado
Figure 9
Shock Protection Boundaries

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