Resource Library – Electrical Safety Foundation International

Reaching to Safety: Use Extension Cords Properly 10.16.2019 Home Safety,

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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

National Electrical Safety Month 2016 - Electrical Safety Illustrated 2016: At Home and at Work, Make Electrical Safety Everyone’s Responsibility 03.29.2016 Home Safety,

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In celebration of Electrical Safety Month 2016, ESFI is excited to announce the launch of launch of the third edition of its National Electrical Safety Month publication, Electrical Safety Illustrated....Read More

Don’t Overload Your Home 03.29.2016 Home Safety,

Home Safety, Home Safety Devices, National Electrical Safety Month, National Electrical Safety Month 2016, NESM 2016

According to the National Fire Protection Association, 47,700 home fires in the U.S. are caused by electrical failures or malfunctions each year. These fires result in 418 deaths, 1,570 injuries, and...Read More

Lockout / Tagout : Your Life Depends On It 03.29.2016 Workplace Safety,

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According to OSHA, following proper Lockout / Tagout procedures prevents an estimated 120 fatalities and 50,000 injuries each year. Learn how to Lockout / Tagout and avoid unnecessary risk. 1. Notify...Read More

Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs): Prevent Electrical Fires 03.29.2016 Home Safety,

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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...Read More

We Want You to Lockout / Tagout 03.29.2016 Workplace Safety,

National Electrical Safety Month, National Electrical Safety Month 2016, NEMAFR, NESM 2016, Workplace Safety

According to OSHA, following proper Lockout / Tagout procedures prevents an estimated 120 fatalities and 50,000 injuries each year. Safeguard your workplace by complying with and enforcing proper Lockout...Read More

Test Before You Touch 03.29.2016 Workplace Safety,

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Every year, thousands of workers are injured or killed by circuits they thought were safely turned off. Simple shutting off the power is not enough. Hazardous conditions can still exist. Make sure to...Read More

2016 National Electrical Safety Month Sample Proclamation 04.14.2015 Programs and Initiatives,

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Want to have your local government issue a proclamation for electrical safety month? Send them this sample proclamation.Read More

2016 National Electrical Safety Month Sample Press Release 04.02.2015 Home Safety,

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Customize this sample press release and submit to any local media contacts/outlets you think may be interested in learning about and promoting National Electrical Safety Month. Follow up with all media...Read More