Electrical Industry Canada: Test & Measurement Issue - 9

IMPROVE TEST & MEASUREMENT SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY BY MATCHING THERMAL
IMAGING-ENABLED DEVICES WITH THE APPROPRIATE CAT RATING CNT'D.
Videoscopes
An industrial thermal and visual videoscope with a properly CAT rated
probe tip can help professionals quickly and safely find hidden dangers in
difficult-to-access locations, especially underground electrical distribution
vaults. Crews can safely, efficiently, and effectively inspect vented
manholes and identify potential problems without having to remove the
cover or even having to enter the structure. This reduces the physical effort
required, the time it takes to complete an inspection and enhances data
collection activities to support regular infrastructure planning and
maintenance.
Keeping Safety and Efficiency Top of Mind
Thanks to advances in test and measurement equipment with integrated
thermal imaging technology electricians and service technicians have the
ability to diagnose and solve electrical system problems quickly and safely.
Another advantage is they can then go back with the thermal camera and
take an image to verify that the work done has actually solved the problem.
However, it is important to remember that although CAT ratings and
thermal imaging provide an additional layer of safety, they are not a
complete replacement of the other tried-and-true safety protocols,
including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for the
job and following all local and national safety codes, and ensuring that
where jobs require extreme caution, the operator never works alone.

Rob Milner is Global Business Development Manager, Condition Monitoring, FLIR Systems, where he has held various positions throughout his
19-year career with the company. Beginning as a Sales Manager in 2001, Rob has spent time as National Science & Automation Sales Manager,
eventually adding Optical Gas Imaging & Drone Manger to that title before taking on his current role. He owns a MSc Metallurgical Engineering
from Queens University.

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