IEEE 1584.1-2013

This document provides guidance for the specification and performance of an arc-flash hazard calculation study, in accordance with the process defined in IEEE Std 1584™.1 It outlines the minimum recommended requirements to enable the owner or its representative to specify an arc-flash study, including scope of work and associated deliverables.

This document defines the recommended minimum guidelines for performing a detailed arc-flash hazard calculation study (arc-flash study) based on IEEE Std 1584™. Use of this document should enable persons such as facility owners, contractors, equipment manufacturers, operations, safety, and electrical personnel as well as those responsible for the specification and/or the performance of the study to understand the minimum scope of work and deliverables required. Additionally, by providing a detailed list of deliverable items, accurate proposals can be obtained.

New IEEE Standard - Superseded. Guidance for the specification and performance of an arc-flash hazard calculation study, in accordance with the process defined in IEEE Std 1584(TM), is provided in this document. It outlines the minimum recommended requirements to enable the owner or its representative to specify an arc-flash hazard study, including scope of work and associated deliverables.