Since the 1970s, ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) have saved thousands of lives and have helped cut the number of home electrocutions in half. Be sure to use GFCI-protected outlets when decorating outdoors. - Plug outdoor electric lights and decorations into circuits protected by ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) to prevent electric shock.
- GFCIs should be used in any indoor or outdoor area where water may come into contact with electrical products, including kitchens, bathrooms, garages, and outdoors.
- Portable GFCIs provide flexibility in using receptacles that are not GFCI-protected, and are often used outdoors.
- GFCIs should be tested once a month to confirm that they are working properly.
- Portable GFCIs should be tested before every use. Simply press the RESET button.
Visit ESFI's Electrical and Fire Safety Devices page for more information about GFCIs and other important home safety technologies. |
