Be Smart About Fire and Electrical Safety Classroom Toolkit – Part I
Many people are unaware of the risks fire and electrical hazards post to children and their families. Did you know? In 2011, U.S. fire departments responded to a fire every 23 seconds. Children and older adults are severely affected by fire and electrical safety hazards. How this classroom toolkit can help Requires minimum advance preparation […]
Lightning Electrical Safety
In the first quarter of 2017 alone, thunderstorms caused a record $5.7 billion in losses, and lightning kills and average of 30 people a year. Learn how to keep you, your family, and property safe from lightning. Lightning is Deadly An average of 22,600 fires were caused by lightning between 2007 and 2011 According to […]
Weather-Related Deaths and Injuries
Events 289,919: total number of weather events reported by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration between 2013 and 2017 The total number of events increased by 7.6% between 2013 and 2017 Deaths 2,776: total number of weather event deaths reported by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration between 2013 and 2017 Direct and indirect deaths from weather […]
Warm Up to Safety This Winter! – A Fire Prevention and Electrical Safety Program
Warm Up to Safety this Winter! – Teaching Guide Investigate with P.I. Plug Poster – Warm Up to Safety this Winter! P.I. Plug’s Safety and Activity Guide – Warm Up Safety this Winter Warm Up to Safety This Winter! – Student Activity Sheet 1: A New Case for P.I. Plug Warm Up to Safety This […]
Be Smart About Fire and Electrical Safety – A Classroom Program for Grades 3-5
ESFI utilized funds provided by a 2011 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant from the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Emergency Management Agency to develop this dynamic, new fire prevention and electrical safety awareness program. Program materials, starring ESFI’s quirky Private I. Plug mascot, deliver critical electrical and fire safety information to elementary school children […]
Plug In to Holiday Safety – A Holiday Fire and Electrical Safety Program
Teaching Guide and Activity Sheets – Plug In to Holiday Safety P.I. Plug’s Safety and Activity Guide – Plug In to Holiday Safety Family Information Sheet and Safety Reminders – Plug In to Holiday Safety Teaching Poster – Plug In to Holiday Safety Introduction ESFI utilized funds provided by a 2010 Fire Prevention and Safety […]
Message from President Barack Obama recognizing National Electrical Safety Month
As we champion our annual effort to raise awareness about the importance of electrical safety to homes, businesses and communities across the country, a very important House is following suit. We are thrilled to announce that National Electrical Safety Month is being observed by the White House! In the Presidential Message of recognition for National […]
Tamper Resistant Receptacles (TRR): White Paper
The Unfortunate Facts An analysis of U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) data over a 10 year period from 1991 to 2001 revealed that over 24,000 children under the age of 10 years old were treated in emergency rooms as the result of receptacle-related incidents. That’s an average of almost 7 children a day! These […]
Oh Christmas Tree, Much Hazards do you Bring Thee
According to the National Fire Protection Associations (NFPA), U.S. fire departments respond to an average of 230 home fires that start with Christmas trees each year. Whether you’re pinning for pine, fervent for fir or even if you’re ardently artificial, Christmas tree fires can be avoided by following some simple safety tips.
Does Your Holiday Décor Put you on the Naughty or Nice List?
As you make your lists and check them twice, here’s one to help make sure your holiday celebrations are safe and nice. Naughty Connecting more than three strings of incandescent lights together Overloading outlets with decorations Using decorations with cracked or damaged sockets, loose or bare wires or loose connections Connecting multiple extension cords […]
Halloween Safety Tips
Cute as a Button…but Beware! Each year, nearly 3,500 people of all ages in the United States unintentionally swallow button batteries, also known as watch or coin batteries, used to power many electronics including toys, decorations, and remote controls. 56,667 people, including children, were hospitalized for battery ingestion related injuries between 1993 and 2013. All […]
Fire Prevention Week 2014: Be Proactive, Save Lives
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)’s theme for Fire Prevention Week 2014, “Smoke Alarms Save Lives: Test Yours Every Month,” encourages the public to make sure their smoke alarms are in working order. From October 5-11, 2014, the NFPA leads the charge for home fire safety and the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) provides resources […]