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
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
This Romper article explores a question many consumers might have; space heater safety standards advise never to plug a space heater into an extension cord, but what about a surge protected power strip? Read More
Arlington, VA— The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is educating consumers about the importance of GFCIs in preventing electric shock and electrocutions. Read More
Arlington, VA—As part of its annual effort to promote Fire Prevention Week, taking place October 8-14, 2017, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is partnering with Siemens for the... Read More
In the wake of numerous destructive hurricanes, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) has created new resources for the use of consumers and contractors rebuilding after storms. Read More
With the Atlantic Hurricane Season in full swing through November, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) and the Lightning Protection Institute (LPI) are working to spread awareness... Read More
The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is providing the following safety tips for homeowners in affected areas in Texas, Louisiana, Florida, and other southern states as they recover... Read More
With millions of Florida residents without power, many are using portable generators. This article in the Palm Beach Post provides some of ESFI's generator safety tips to local victims of Hurricane... Read More
Arlington, VA— With tropical Storm Harvey making its way toward the Texas coastline, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is reminding residents in affected areas to prepare with ESFI’s... Read More
"This is What Would Happen If, a close examination of mundane hypothetical situations. Each week, we look at something that you could do but probably never would, and take it to its logical endpoint.... Read More