IEEE 1584: Engineering Safety: Calculating Arc Flash Hazards

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This session focuses on the methods and models defined by IEEE 1584 to accurately assess arc flash risks in electrical power systems.
Participants will learn how to perform arc flash energy calculations, determine incident energy levels, establish protective boundaries, and design appropriate mitigation strategies to enhance workplace safety.
The workshop emphasizes how mastering IEEE 1584 empowers engineers to prevent catastrophic incidents, ensure regulatory compliance, protect personnel, and design safer electrical systems.

PDH certificates will be provided.
Offered by the IEEE Oklahoma City Section as part of the Standard Electrical and Electronic Engineering (SEEE) Workshop Series.


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  • Date: 16 Jul 2025
  • Time: 03:30 AM UTC to 04:35 AM UTC
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  • 100 Boyd St
  • Norman, Oklahoma
  • United States 73019-1102
  • Building: Sarkeys Energy Center
  • Room Number: N0202
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  • Starts 28 April 2025 05:00 AM UTC
  • Ends 14 July 2025 05:00 AM UTC
  • No Admission Charge

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Reza Kandezy of University of Oklahoma

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IEEE 1584 workshop: Engineering Safety: Calculating Arc Flash Hazards

Join Dr. Reza Saeed Kandezy for a crucial workshop on IEEE 1584: Guide for Performing Arc Flash Hazard Calculations.
This session focuses on the methods and models defined by IEEE 1584 to accurately assess arc flash risks in electrical power systems.
Participants will learn how to perform arc flash energy calculations, determine incident energy levels, establish protective boundaries, and design appropriate mitigation strategies to enhance workplace safety.
The workshop emphasizes how mastering IEEE 1584 empowers engineers to prevent catastrophic incidents, ensure regulatory compliance, protect personnel, and design safer electrical systems.

PDH certificates will be provided.
Offered by the IEEE Oklahoma City Section as part of the Standard Electrical and Electronic Engineering (SEEE) Workshop Series.

Biography:

Reza Saeed Kandezy received his Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from the University of Oklahoma. Reza's decade-long experiences encompass:

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  • Technical and Management Expertise: Over eight years of experience in both research and industrial environments, honing skills in leadership and administration.

  • Validation of Electrical Equipment: Lead investigator in validating electrical power equipment for MV transmission and substation systems, performing FMEA analysis on numerous electrical and electronic systems.

  • Development of Equipment and Systems: Creation of advanced power and energy systems simulators, development of research laboratories and equipment in compliance with IEC, ISO, and IEEE standards, and modification of electrical equipment for power and communication hardware.

  • Research, Evaluation, and Training: Senior engineer and manager in a tier-one research facility, focused on designing, optimizing, and modifying electrical power, electronic, and information technology systems. Contributed to professional engineering programs and taught courses on electrical power, quality assurance, and hazardous atmosphere equipment.

  • Instruction and Teaching: Adapts diverse learning styles and applies practical approaches in college, professional, and K-12 settings.

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Address:110 W. Boyd St., DEH 341, Norman, Oklahoma, United States, 73019-1102