Winter Downed Power Lines
As temperatures drop and winter storms blow through, make sure you are aware of your surroundings whenever venturing outside. Heavy winds, snowfall, and ice are more than capable of bringing down utility poles and power lines. If you encounter a downed line, be sure to stay at least 35 feet back, which is about 3 […]
Reaching to Safety: Use Extension Cords Properly
Roughly 3,300 home fires originate in extension cords each year, killing 50 people and injuring 270 more. Extension cords can overheat and cause fires when used improperly, so keep these important tips in mind to protect your home and workplace. Don’t attempt to plug extension cords into one another Make sure extension cords are properly rated […]
Overhead Power Line Contact – Workplace Safety
Overhead power lines cause 40% of all electrically related fatalities, in the workplace. A majority of these accidents occur with workers that have little to no electrical safety training. That’s why it’s important to always look up before doing any kind of work on a construction site. It could save your life. If the equipment […]
Overhead Power Line Car Crash
What to do if You Crash Into a Utility Pole If you’re ever in an accident that involves a utility pole and a downed power line, always consider the line and vehicle to be live and dangerous. Onlookers should never attempt to get close to the downed power line or attempt to drive over one. […]
Electrical Safety Outside the Home – Overhead Power Lines
Before starting any project, always look up to make sure you’re aware of any overhead power lines. Whether you’re working on the roof, trimming trees, or cleaning the gutters, make sure you’re a safe distance from any power line and make sure to warn others of their proximity. You should always stay at least 10-feet […]
Seguridad Electrica Para El Hogar – Lineas Aereas
Antes de comenzar cualquier proyecto, siempre mire hacia arriba para revisar si hay líneas eléctricas aéreas. Ya sea que esté trabajando en el techo, podando árboles o limpiando canaletas, asegúrese de estar a una distancia segura de cualquier línea eléctrica y asegúrese de avisar a los demás sobre la proximidad de estas. Siempre debe mantenerse […]
Como Evitar Contacto con Líneas Eléctricas – Construcción
Las líneas eléctricas aéreas causan el 40 % de todas las muertes relacionadas con la electricidad en el lugar de trabajo. La mayoría de estos accidentes ocurren con trabajadores que tienen poca o ninguna capacitación en seguridad eléctrica. Es muy importante siempre informarse antes de hacer cualquier tipo de trabajo en un sitio de construcción. […]
Accidente con Una Línea Eléctrica Caída
En caso de sufrir un accidente que involucre un poste de servicios públicos y una línea eléctrica caída, considere siempre a la línea y el vehículo como de alto peligro. Los testigos nunca deben acercarse a líneas eléctricas caídas ni conducir por encima de ellas. Si se encuentra en el vehículo, quédese en el sitio […]
Home Emergency Disconnects
The codes and standards established by the National Fire Protection Association are the underlying systems that keep our homes and communities safe. The National Electrical Code, which is updated every three years, provides the minimum standard for safe electrical installations. Code Approved Emergency Disconnects Service Disconnect Meter Disconnect Listed disconnect switches or circuit breakers on […]
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2020 National Electrical Code
Major Changes to the 2020 NEC The National Electrical Code sets the minimum standard for safe electrical design, installation, and inspection to keep people and property protected from electrical hazards. The NEC is revised every three years using public input, commentary, and technical sessions. With the introduction of the 2020 code, there have been 16 […]
Who is ESFI
The Electrical Safety Foundation (ESFI) is a 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting electrical safety in the home, school, and workplace through education, awareness, and advocacy. Over the past 20 years, ESFI has reinvigorated how electrical safety is addressed through groundbreaking programs and campaigns. Discover how ESFI is spreading the message about the importance of […]