Does Your Holiday Décor Put you on the Naughty or Nice List?
As you make your lists and check them twice, here’s one to help make sure your holiday celebrations are safe and nice. Naughty Connecting more than three strings of incandescent lights together Overloading outlets with decorations Using decorations with cracked or damaged sockets, loose or bare wires or loose connections Connecting multiple extension cords […]
Halloween Safety Tips
Cute as a Button…but Beware! Each year, nearly 3,500 people of all ages in the United States unintentionally swallow button batteries, also known as watch or coin batteries, used to power many electronics including toys, decorations, and remote controls. 56,667 people, including children, were hospitalized for battery ingestion related injuries between 1993 and 2013. All […]
Fire Prevention Week 2014: Be Proactive, Save Lives
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)’s theme for Fire Prevention Week 2014, “Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month,” encourages the public to make sure their smoke alarms are in working order. From October 5-11, 2014, the NFPA leads the charge for home fire safety and the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) provides resources […]
Holiday Data and Statistics: Proven Need for Holiday Safety Awareness
Introduction While the winter holiday season is traditionally a festive time of year filled with colorful decorations and family gatherings, it is too often a time of tragedy and loss as well. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) statistics indicate that 30% of all home fires and 38% of home fire deaths occur during the months […]
Test Before You Touch Brochure (Spanish)
Working with electricity requires thorough planning and extreme care. Whether you are a do-it-yourselfer tackling a weekend project or an experienced contractor, learning and practicing safe work habits can significantly reduce your risk. This brochure highlights critical safety considerations that should be addressed before undertaking any type of electrical work around the house or on […]
Electrical Safety in the Workplace Booklet (Spanish)
This publication outlines important principles and highlights helpful safety advice that can be used to help create a safer work environment. Featured topics include de-energize; lockout/tagout; test before you touch; arc flash prevention; and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Electrical Safety in the Workplace Booklet
This publication outlines important principles and highlights helpful safety advice that can be used to help create a safer work environment. Featured topics include de-energize; lockout/tagout; test before you touch; arc flash prevention; and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Electrical Safety Precautions During Disasters Brochure
This brochure outlines key safety precautions for consumers to beware of electrical sangers associated with power outages, floods, and severe storms when dealing with electricity during and after storms and other natural disasters. Available in English and Spanish.
Electrical Safety Precautions During Disasters Brochure (Spanish)
This brochure outlines key safety precautions for consumers to beware of electrical sangers associated with power outages, floods, and severe storms when dealing with electricity during and after storms and other natural disasters. Available in English and Spanish.
National Electrical Code: Facts and Figures
Think you know all there is to know about the National Electrical Code? These facts and figures may surprise you. The National Electrical Code (NEC) is in effect only AFTER it is adopted by the state or local jurisdiction. An average of 3,810 fires occur in dorms and barracks. The 2014 NEC will now require […]
AFCI vs GFCI
Though both provide enhanced electrical safety and have similar acronyms, AFCIs and GFCIs protect against very different things. Use this table to learn the differences and values of these safety technologies. AFCI or GFCI Protects Against: AFCI: Arc-Faults – a dangerous electrical problem caused by damage, overheated, or stressed electrical wiring or devices that may result […]
5 Easy Steps to a Safer Home
In order to provide enhanced protection, your AFCIs and GFCIs need to be functioning properly. Follow these easy steps to test them each month. Did You Know? GFCIs shut off electric power in the event of a ground fault within as little as 1/40 of a second. The National Electrical Code first included a home […]