
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... Read More
Keep your home and loved ones safe by preventing the most common causes of holiday fires with these tips
Learn More860 home fires caused by holiday decorations occur each year learn to decorate your home safely during the holidays
Learn MoreTo help make sure your holidays don’t go from merry to scary, remember these Twelve Holiday Safety Tips
Learn MoreLearn from the mistakes of the naughty Christmas elf as you and your loved ones celebrate the holiday season.
Learn MoreESFI provides these easy safety tips to help you give the gift of safety to your family and friends this holiday season.
Learn MoreRemember to keep safe practices in mind while decorating this holiday season.
Learn More25% of holiday fires are caused by decorations. Remove all holiday decorations by the first week of January
Learn MoreThese statistics show that incidents of home fires and electrical accidents typically increase during the winter.
Learn MoreThe winter holiday season is traditionally a festive and eventful time of year. Celebrations, family gatherings and visits from houseguests traditionally increase in number during the season. Statistics show that the incidents of home fires and electrical accidents also typically increase during the winter holiday season.
Each year, the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) launches a national safety awareness campaign to encourage families and communities across the country to Make Safety a Tradition of the holiday season. This year, ESFI, in conjunction with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and The Home Depot, is educating Americans about the safety concerns associated with holiday entertaining.
Join with ESFI in this important safety initiative, and help to Make Safety a Tradition for your family this holiday season. Individuals and organizations are encouraged to make use of ESFI's complimentary awareness resources to encourage family, friends, colleagues and neighbors to keep safety in mind during this magical time of year.
A proactive approach to safety will help you give the gift of safety to your family and friends this holiday season!