Candle Safety Tips
Candles start almost half of all home fires related to decorations. Minimize your risk with these candle safety tips from ESFI: Avoid using candles when possible. Consider using battery-operated candles in place of traditional candles. Never leave an open flame unattended. Keep burning candles within sight. Place lighted candles away from combustible material such as […]
Pull the Plug on Cord-Related Hazards this Holiday Season
It’s likely that when you think of cords, your main concern is hiding them from view in your holiday decorations. However, cords of all kinds need to be properly inspected, used and stored to reduce your risk of a fire. Follow these tips to help you keep cords out of sight but also safely on your mind. […]
Don’t Go Up in Smoke: E-Cigarette Safety
E-cigarettes seem to be everywhere. Currently 32% of adult smokers use e-cigarettes, and Bloomberg Industries expects e-cigarettes sales to surpass regular cigarette sales by 2023. But e-cigarettes have their own unique problems compared to traditional cigarettes; they are unregulated and fires caused by them have been increasing as the industry expands. Take these steps to […]
College Campus and Dorm Electrical Safety
According to the National Fire Protection Association, firefighters respond to an average of 3,810 fires at college residence halls and Greek housing each year. Help prevent electrical fires with these tips from ESFI: Do not overload extension cords, power strips or outlets. Do not connect multiple extension cords together. Extension cords should never be used […]
TRR Virtual Demonstration
Each year, nearly 2,400 children are treated in hospitals for shocks and burns from electrical outlets. Most of these injuries are the result of small children placing ordinary household objects into the outlets with disastrous consequences. Fortunately, childproofing your home is now easier thanks to tamper resistant receptacles, or TRRs.
Zero Tolerance for Counterfeits
5 Tips to Avoid Counterfeits Anti-Counterfeiting Videos How to Avoid Counterfeit Electrical Goods Not all Imposters are Easy to Spot 2014 Counterfeit Electrical Products Survey 2014 Counterfeit Electrical Products Infographic Counterfeits by the Numbers 10 Tips to Avoid Fakes Blueprint of a Quality Contractor Introduction Over the past decade, U.S. seizures of counterfeit products have […]
Home Electrical Safety Challenge
Why is there a different kind of outlet in my bathroom? What does that “TEST” button do? Why does the circuit breaker trip every time my portable air conditioner comes on? What’s the difference between a power strip and a surge protector? Do you know everything you should about your home’s electrical system and the […]
Home Heating Safety Tips for Older Adults Public Service Announcement (PSA)
Colder winter weather increases the likelihood of heating related fires. These fires are the second leading cause of fire deaths among older adults (ages 65+). This high-quality 60-second public service announcement provides safety tips to help older adults prevent home heating fires. These program resources were developed with funds provided by a FY 2011 Fire […]
AFCI Virtual Demonstration
Each year in the United States, arcing faults are responsible for starting more than 30,000 home fires. These fires kill and injure hundreds of people, and cause over $750 million in property damage. Many of these fires can be prevented by arc fault circuit interrupters, or AFCIs.
Pool and Spa Safety
The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that since 1990, there have been 60 electrocutions and nearly 50 serious electrical shocks involving electrical hazards in and around swimming pools. Pool and Spa Safety Tips All outdoor receptacles should be covered to keep them dry. This is especially important around pools, spas and other summer water activities. […]
Air Conditioner and Fan Safety
Hot weather brings increased use of air conditioners. Contact with electric current from air conditioners accounts for a significant number of electrocutions and electrical injuries each year. ESFI recommends that you always contact a qualified, licensed electrician to perform any electrical work in your home, including the installation and services of air conditioning and other […]
Heating Pads and Electric Blankets Safety
Heating pads and electric blankets cause almost 500 fires each year. Almost all of these fires involve electric blankets that are more than ten years old. There are two types of personal heating appliances, heating pads that are placed directly on the mattress and electric blankets. They are not meant to be used interchangeably or […]
