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 […]
Winter Storm Electrical Safety
With the severe weather characteristic of winter comes the threat of electrical hazards caused by downed power lines, power outages, and coastal flooding. ESFI is cautioning the public that electrical dangers associated with downed power lines, portable generators, and submerged electrical equipment can still cause injuries and deaths once a snow or ice storm has […]
P.I. Plug’s 4 Seasons of Safety Tour
Everyone’s favorite Safety Detective, Private I. Plug, invites you to join him for an exclusive viewing of his 4 Seasons of Safety Tour. He’s sniffing out dangers and learning about fire and electrical safety during all 4 seasons of the year, and he could definitely use some help. Enjoy the show!
4 Seasons of Safety Toolkit
Why 4 Seasons of Safety? Each season has unique fire and electrical dangers that are related to common seasonal activities. By using the many helpful tips, lessons and activities included in this Toolkit periodically throughout the year, you can help your students learn to identify and prevent hazards associated with each of the seasons. Using […]
4 Seasons of Safety Classroom Poster
Each season has unique fire and electrical dangers that are related to common seasonal activities. Display this colorful poster in your classroom as a reminder of the steps everyone can take to stay safe all year long. This poster can be used together with the many helpful tips, lessons and activities included in the 4 […]
Tornado Electrical Safety
To be prepared for a tornado, it is critical to be familiar with tornado warning signs. Although tornadoes vary greatly in their appearance and provide little or no warning, the following signs can indicate that a tornado could be imminent. A dark, often greenish sky. A wall cloud, particularly if it is rotating. Large hail. […]
Don’t Shock the Neighborhood
Don’t operate your generator without a transfer switch Transfer switches isolate utility power and generator power to prevent backfeeding, which can be deadly. Backfeed can follow wires and harm those nearby, including utility workers making repairs. Transfer switches also protect the home from electrical fires caused by short circuits and improper connections. Transfer switches should […]
Portable Generator Safety – Generate Safety
Before use, learn about the potential dangers associated with portable generators, such as their production of carbon monoxide (CO). CO is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless poisonous gas that is called the “silent killer” because it is virtually undetectable without the use of technology like CO alarms. Follow these tips to generate power AND safety […]
Flood Electrical Safety: High Water, High Stakes
Flooding can occur anywhere, but water and electricity don’t mix. Because electrical hazards may linger after flood waters recede, it’s important to take precautions before, during, and after flooding takes place. Know the Danger On average, more deaths occur due to flooding each year than from any other severe weather related hazard. In the past […]
Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs): Prevent Electrical Fires
What is an Arc-Fault? An Arc-Fault is a dangerous electrical problem caused by damaged, overheated, or stressed electrical wiring or devices. Arc-faults can occur when older wires become frayed or cracked, when a nail or screw damages a wire behind a wall, or when outlets or circuits are compromised. Why do I need Arc-Fault Protection? […]