1584.1 -2022 IEEE Guide for Scope and Deliverables Foran ARC-Flash Hazard Calculation Study what is it and Why do I Need It?

IEEE 1584.1™ - 2022 IEEE Guide for the Specification of Scope and Deliverable Requirements for an Arc-Flash Hazard Calculation Study in Accordance with IEEE Std 1584™ was published in 2022 [1], This paper provides an overview of the standard to the users and practitioners who requisition or conduct arc-flash studies and emphasizes the proper use of checklists to define scope and deliverables. The purpose of this standard is to enable stakeholders to understand the minimum scope of work and deliverables required for an arc-flash study. Stakeholders include, but are not limited to employers, owners, operators, and contractors as well as those who are responsible for the specification or the performance of a study. Checklists are provided with detailed task matrices to help define the scope of work and responsibilities for gathering data and deliverables for arc-flash hazard calculation studies. The terminology used in this standard is based on equipment and practices in North America. This paper provides information on how this standard can be used internationally to define scope and deliverables of an arc-flash hazard calculation study.