If there is an imminent danger, in addition to any other action you take, you should telephone OSHA. Your Right to An Inspection Often, OSHA prefers to investigate complaints by faxing a letter asking about the hazard to the employer, rather than by conducting an on-site inspection.
(November 2014) A Totally Enclosed, Fan-Cooled (TEFC) electric motor is a type of industrial electric motor with an enclosure that does not permit outside air to freely circulate through the interior of the motor. An external fan blows outside air over the frame of the motor to cool it.
ODP, Open drip proof motors are intended for use in clean, dry locations with adequate supply of cooling air. These. motors should not be used in the presence of flammable. or combustible materials. Open motors can emit flame. and/or molten metal in the event of insulation failure. TEFC, totally enclosed motors are intended for use where. moisture, dirt and/or corrosive materials are present in. indoor and outdoor locations.