Practical safety measures include using certified fiber-optic interfaces, housing connectors in explosion-proof enclosures, and routing fibers in conduit or armored cable to protect them and contain any escape light. Before deploying the system in explosive environments, it is essential to verify that the FO-LHD. e National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). FLS believes that outdoor cable should not be installed within buildings in lengths greater than 50 feet if it does ot meet the requirements of NFPA 70. If cables are installed in air ducts or plenums, the cable is to be fire re stant and have low smoke. Where reels are supplied with protective material fitted over the cable, the protection should remain in place until the cable will be installed. During installation, all curvatures should be smooth. Turn-backs and all sharp changes of direction. Today, fiber-optic connectivity has emerged as a powerful solution to safely integrate computers and human-machine interfaces (HMIs) into hazardous locations. This fundamental difference offers several key benefits in. CAUTION: Before starting any cable installation, all personnel must be thoroughly familiar with all applicable Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) regulations, the National Electric Safety Code (NESC), state and local regulations, and company practices and policies.