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Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory Certification

Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratories (NRTL) test and certify electrical equipment and other products to minimum electrical safety standards.  The Importance of Listed & Approved Certified...
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Charge Electric Vehicles Safely – Video Short

Ready to have an electric vehicle charger (EVSE) installed in your home? First, only buy EV charging equipment that’s listed and certified by a nationally...
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How to and Why Recycle Batteries – Video Short

Lithium-ion batteries are in everything. Phones, tablets, headphones, you name it. But here’s the thing. Never throw them away in the regular trash or recycling....
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What to Know Before Buying Electronics – Video Short

Before you buy electronics, do a quick safety scroll. Check for recalls on CPSC.gov, buy from reputable retailers, check for certifications from testing labs like...
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The Importance of Certified Electronics – Video Short

See that little certification mark on your electronics? That means the product was tested by a nationally recognized testing laboratory like UL, CSA, or Intertek....
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Que Debes Saber Antes de Comprar Electronicos – Video Short

  Antes de comprar electrónicos, date un minuto para revisar la seguridad. Busca por alertas o avisos en el sitio de CPSC.gov. Comprar en tiendas...
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Por Que Reciclar Baterías – Video Short

Vamos a hablar de las baterías lithium-ion. Están en todos lados. Celulares, tabletas, audífonos, lo que quieras. Pero ojo, nunca las tires a la basura...
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Como Cargar Vehículos Eléctricos – Video Short

¿Queres instalar un cargador para tu vehículo eléctrico en casa? Primero, compra solo cargadores certificado por un laboratorio de pruebas reconocido a nivel nacional. No...
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La Importancia de los Productos Electrónicos – Video Short

¿Ves ese pequeño sello en tus aparados electrónicos? Significa que el producto fue probado por un laboratorio de pruebas reconocido a nivel nacional como UL,...
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Avoid Unsafe Electrical Adapters

Know the Dangers of Using Unsafe Adapters on Electrical Outlets The average American home has around 70 receptacles outlets and 20-30 circuit breakers. Learn what...
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How to Use GFCIs

Protect Yourself from Electric Shocks Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs) are available as circuit breakers and receptacles. Since the introduction of GFCIs, there has been a...
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Your Guide to Buying Electronics

Safety First: A Gift Giving Guide from ESFI Know Where to Buy: Buy electronics from reputable retailers, in-store or online, that stand behind their products...
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