News – Electrical Safety Foundation International

ESFI Promotes Prompt Code Adoption during National Electrical Safety Month 04.30.2018 in Announcements,

Arlington, Va.— May is National Electrical Safety Month and the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is launching its annual effort to help reduce electrically-related fatalities, injuries,... Read More

Elderly, African American, and Rural Residents at Greatest Risk of Fire Death 04.02.2018 in ESFI in the News,

The top causes for fire deaths and injuries include extension cords, cooking equipment, and ineffective or missing smoke alarms reports. Learn more about fire prevention and at-risk populations in this... Read More

Overloading Your Home's Outlets can Lead to a Fire 03.30.2018 in ESFI in the News,

Check out this article from Choose Energy featuring ESFI's tips on how to avoid overloading. Read More

ESFI Hosts Electrical Workforce Twitter Chat 01.30.2018 in Announcements,

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The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is hosting a Twitter Chat about the electrical workforce with the help of ESFI's Communications Committee. #EmpoweringElectric aims to increase... Read More

5 Things You Should Know About Space Heaters 01.08.2018 in ESFI in the News,

With winter in full swing and the entire east coast recently affected by snow, ESFI President, Brett Brenner, was interviewed by the Washington Post on the important topic of space heater safety. Read More

Take 3 Steps to Eliminate Electrical Fires This Winter 01.03.2018 in ESFI in the News,

Avoid common, careless errors and transform your home into a truly safe space during the colder months with our featured article in Mediaplanet's Modern Wellness Guide. Read More

ESFI Awarded FY2016 Fire Prevention and Safety Grant from DHS/FEMA 01.02.2018 in Announcements,

On August 11, 2017, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) was awarded a prestigious Fire Prevention & Safety Grant (FP&S) from the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency... Read More

ESFI’s 2017 Surge Damage Survey Reveals Need for Awareness in the Electrical Industry 12.21.2017 in Announcements,

Arlington, VA— After surveying electrical designers, planners, and engineers, on surge damage and surge protection, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) found a need to spread awareness... Read More

8 Tips for a Safe Holiday Season 12.14.2017 in ESFI in the News,

The holiday season is one of the most cherished and anticipated times of the year. Families come together to celebrate annual traditions, and pass them along to new generations. With all of this excitement... Read More

CEO of IEC Joins Electrical Safety Foundation International Board of Directors 12.12.2017 in Announcements

On December 11th, 2017, Spenser Villwock, CEO of the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC), was appointed to the Electrical Safety Foundation International’s (ESFI) Board of Directors. Read More