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Make Electrical Safety a Business Priority

Safe work practices are vital to everyone in your business.
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Weather the Storm

New and updated storm safety resources to keep homes and businesses safe during severe weather
Kids Safety
Elementary Education Resources

Curiosity is a natural part of childhood learning, but it can be extremely dangerous when it comes to electricity.
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ESFI's Programs and Initiatives

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News

ESFI Releases New Storm Recovery Resources in the Aftermath of Devastating Hurricane Season 09.27.2017 Announcements,

Counterfeit Electronics, Counterfeit Safety, Disaster Safety, Home Safety, Rebuilding, Rebuilding Safely

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

ESFI and LPI Warn of Lightning’s Lingering and Costly Threat to Property Owners 09.19.2017 Announcements,

Disaster Safety, Severe Weather

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

ESFI Promotes Electrical Safety Tips for Victims of Hurricane Irma and Harvey 09.12.2017 Announcements,

Disaster Safety, Severe Weather

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

Hurricane Irma: Chill Before You Refill and Other Generator Tips 09.12.2017 ESFI in the News,

Disaster Safety, Portable Generator, Severe Weather

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

ESFI Offers Hurricane Safety Tips as Tropical Storm Harvey Strengthens 08.24.2017 Announcements,

Disaster Safety, Flood Safety, Portable Generator, Severe Weather

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

What Would Happen If You Stuck A Knife Into An Electrical Socket? 07.27.2017 ESFI in the News,

GFCI, National Electrical Code, Tamper Resistant Receptacle

"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

Kids feel electric current in water, raise alarm 07.26.2017 ESFI in the News,

Boating and Marina Safety, electric shock drowning, GFCI

"A group of schoolkids on a field trip noticed something strange when swimming at Martha’s Vineyard, an island near Cape Cod, Massachusetts popular with vacationers. What they felt in the water in a...Read More

15 Scary Ways You Didn’t Realize You’re Putting Yourself In Danger Every Day 07.18.2017 ESFI in the News,

Counterfeit Electronics, Fire Prevention, Fire Safety

"15 Scary Ways You Didn’t Realize You’re Putting Yourself In Danger Every Day" covers a variety of safety tips for the average consumer. ESFI is featured in this Bustle post with advice as to why you...Read More

Chilmark to seal off Crab Corner, post hazard signs 07.13.2017 ESFI in the News,

Boating and Marina Safety, electric shock drowning, GFCI

ESFI is featured in this Martha's Vineyard Times article regarding the prevention of electric shock drowning. A swimming ban has been placed in Crab corner of Massachusetts, after a group of schoolchildren...Read More

NFPA and ESFI Work to Reduce Fatalities Caused by Electric Shock Drowning in Pools and Marinas 06.22.2017 Announcements,

Boating and Marina Safety, electric shock drowning

With summer in full swing, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) are joining forces to remind people about the potential electrical hazards...Read More