Surge Protection – Keeping your Electronics and Home Safe
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association estimates that 60-80% of surges originate from internal sources (within a home or business). Keep your valuable electronics safe by protecting them from the surges that can damage or destroy them. What is a power surge? A power surge is a sudden and unwanted increase in voltage that can damage, degrade, […]
Fire Prevention Week 2016 – Don’t Wait – Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years
Prevention – It saves lives. As a proud supporter of the National Fire Protection Association’s Fire Prevention Week initiative, ESFI wants to help you prevent tragedy and remind you how to be proactive with safety. Remember: Don’t Wait – Check the Date! Replace Smoke Alarms Every 10 Years. Prevention: AFCI Breakers and Outlets can prevent 50% […]
Do your Outlets Need an Upgrade?
Did you know that an electrical outlet can do much more than provide electricity? They can be life saving devices by preventing shocks, burns and even fires. Do your outlets need an upgrade? Learn about these specialized electrical outlets with added features to provide a safer home. The major specialized outlets are: Ground Fault […]
How Protected Are Children From Electric Shock? A Tamper Resistant Receptacle Survey
Each year, 2,400 children in the U.S. are treated for injuries caused by electrical outlets. ESFI surveyed mothers with young children to gauge the public’s understanding of the importance of Tamper Resistant Receptacles (TRRs), which have been required by the National Electrical Code since 2008 to prevent these injuries. Nearly 1/3 of parents with young […]
Keep safe while playing Pokemon Go: Don’t get shocked catching Pokemon
ESFI is reminding you to stay away from overhead power lines and electrical substations while searching for Pokemon. No Pokemon is worth your life. To learn more about electrical safety for children, visit ESFI’s Kids’ Corner
We Want You to Lockout / Tagout
According to OSHA, following proper Lockout / Tagout procedures prevents an estimated 120 fatalities and 50,000 injuries each year. Safeguard your workplace by complying with and enforcing proper Lockout / Tagout procedures. National Electrical Safety Month 2016
Outlets: The Ins and Outs Video
Do your Outlets Need an Upgrade? Did you know that an electrical outlet can do much more than provide electricity? They can be life saving devices by preventing shocks, burns and even fires. Do your outlets need an upgrade? Learn about these specialized electrical outlets with added features to provide a safer home. The major […]
Test Before You Touch
Every year, thousands of workers are injured or killed by circuits they thought were safely turned off. Simply shutting off the power is not enough. Hazardous conditions can still exist. Make sure to always TEST BEFORE YOU TOUCH. How to Test Before You Touch Ensure all participants are qualified for the job Identify potential hazards […]
Lockout / Tagout : Your Life Depends On It
According to OSHA, following proper Lockout / Tagout procedures prevents an estimated 120 fatalities and 50,000 injuries each year. Learn how to Lockout / Tagout and avoid unnecessary risk. Notify all employees about the required lockout Shut down equipment using normal stopping procedure Locate and isolate equipment from all energy sources Release any stored energy […]
Electrical Safety Tips for Marina Owners
Unknowingly, many swimmers and boat and marina operators place themselves in the face of danger by swimming near electric-powered boats and docks. This innocent act of fun can turn tragic as electric shock drowning occurs each year. Raising awareness among marina and boat operators can help prevent electric shock drowning or other electrical injuries while […]
Electrical Safety Tips for Boat Operators
Although boating is considered to be a carefree activity, there are many electrical hazards that need to be considered before leaving the dock. Reduce the risk of electric shock drowning and common boat electrical hazards with these handy tips from ESFI. Electrical Safety Tips for Boat Operators Don’t allow yourself or anyone else to swim […]
Boating and Marina Safety Toolkit: Avoid Electric Shock Drowning
Unknowingly, many swimmers and boat and marina operators place themselves in the face of danger by swimming near electric-powered boats and docks. This innocent act of fun can turn tragic as electric shock drowning occurs each year. Raising awareness among marina and boat operators can help prevent electric shock drowning or other electrical injuries while […]