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Avoid Electrical Hazards With Your Devices
Avoid Electrical Hazards With Your Devices 04.15.2017 ESFI in the News,
  • Counterfeit Electronics, Extension Cords, GFCI

This Yahoo! Finance article explores electrical hazards and safety tips for phones and other devices following the electrocution of a 32-year-old man who used his iPhone while taking a bath. The contributor...Read More

ESFI Addresses Common Causes of Shock and Electrocution this National Electrical Safety Month
ESFI Addresses Common Causes of Shock and Electrocution this National Electrical Safety Month 04.07.2017 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

Festiveness is Just a Phone Call and Credit Card Away
Festiveness is Just a Phone Call and Credit Card Away 12.12.2016 ESFI in the News,
  • Extension Cords, Holiday Safety

This story, found in the Boston Globe, tells of the 5,800 emergency visits involving holiday decorations, and discusses alternatives to avoid these incidents.Read More

"How to Keep Holiday Decor from Being Fire Hazards" 12.05.2016 ESFI in the News,
  • Fire Prevention, Fire Safety, Holiday Safety

"When setting up Christmas trees and decorations, a little care and attention can help prevent them from becoming fire hazards. [...]'We see a huge spike in fires between Christmas Day and New Year’s,...Read More

Avoid Holiday Electrical Hazards with Resources from ESFI
Avoid Holiday Electrical Hazards with Resources from ESFI 11.28.2016 Announcements,
  • christmas light safety, christmas tree safety, holiday electrical safety, Holiday Safety, winter safety

ESFI is urging the public to Make Safety a Tradition by providing resources that promote electrical safety during the holiday season.Read More

ESFI Honors Jim Taggart with 2016 Outstanding Service Award 11.22.2016 Announcements,

Arlington, VA— The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) has named Jim Taggart as the 2016 recipient of the Foundation’s Outstanding Service Award in Honor of Harold Leviton. The award was...Read More

ESFI Teams with Siemens to Support Fire Prevention Week
ESFI Teams with Siemens to Support Fire Prevention Week 10.11.2016 Announcements,
  • Fire Prevention Week

(Arlington, VA) As part of its annual effort to promote Fire Prevention Week, taking place October 9-15, 2016, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) has teamed with Siemens to help prevent...Read More

ESFI Provides Tips for Staying Safe in the Aftermath of Hurricane Hermine 09.02.2016 Announcements,
  • Disaster Safety, Hurricane Safety

Arlington, VA—With Hurricane Hermine making its way steadily toward the United States, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is reminding residents that danger may linger in your home...Read More

ESFI Helps Eliminate Fire and Electrical Hazards During Fire Prevention Week 08.22.2016 Announcements,

(Arlington, VA) As part of its annual effort to increase public awareness and encourage a proactive approach to fire safety, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) has joined the National...Read More

NFPA and ESFI share boating and marina electrical safety resources
NFPA and ESFI share boating and marina electrical safety resources 07.07.2016 Announcements,
  • Boating Safety, electric shock drowning, marina safety

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) are joining forces to remind boaters, marina operators and swimmers to be aware of the potential...Read More

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