Facility Voices

In this episode of Facility Voices, David Trask is joined by Marshall MacFarlane, IFMA Fellow and Facility Services Manager at C3 Engineering whose impressive journey from a Millwright to a Facilities Manager provides perspective on the world of facility management and electrical safety.

Drawing from his extensive career including industrial mechanics, safety management, electrical engineering, and facilities management, Marshall shares some highlights and key takeaways. His rich background imparts invaluable life lessons and profound insights into the ever-changing landscape of facility management.

Together, David and Marshall take a deep dive into NFPA 70E and NFPA 70B, the dynamic duo ensuring electrical safety within facilities. Marshall breaks down the evolution of these standards, emphasizing their transformation from recommendations to steadfast regulations. They also touch on the often-overlooked aspect of electrical safety within the facility domain, with Marshall underscoring the importance of adhering to manufacturer-recommended maintenance practices and the potential liability that can result from non-compliance.

David and Marshall also share some amusing anecdotes from their experiences in the field, shedding light on the unexpected challenges and tasks that facility professionals encounter along the way.

You won’t want to miss out on this episode and the many years of experience and insight that Marshall brings to the Facilities Management Conversation, especially if you are a facilities professional looking to learn more about NFPA guidelines.  

 

Marshall MacFarlane is a millwright by trade but has been in Facilities Management for nearly 20 years, with significant experience in Preventive Maintenance, Security and Emergency Planning. Marshall has worked in both the public and private sectors and also in manufacturing. He just ended his two-year term as President of the Greater Phoenix Area Chapter of IFMA and is a newly appointed IFMA Fellow. Marshall is also a Canadian Army Veteran and a freelance writer and editor. Marshall lives in Queen Creek, Arizona with his wife and three crazy dogs.

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