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January – April: Post-Holiday and Winter Safety
May: National Electrical Safety Month
June – September: Disaster Safety
October – December: Fire and Holiday Safety

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January - April: Post-Holiday and Winter Safety

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Electrification Charges Forward

ESFI and Wesco’s article, Electrification Charges Forward, was recently published on Environmental Protection’s website. Read the article here. Electrification Charges...

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Surge Protection Highlights – Video Short

From 2017 to 2023, surge protective devices have undergone major changes in the requirements set by the National Electrical Code....

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Prevent Facility Downtime with Surge Protective Devices – Video Short

A recent survey by ESFI and NEMA found that power surges are responsible for over 1/3 of unplanned outages and...

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Magnetic and Inductive Coupling Surges – Video Short

Power surges can happen anywhere. But 60 to 80% of them originate from equipment inside our buildings and facilities. Power...

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Healthcare Surge Protection – Video Short

Surge protective devices are required for emergency systems and for areas of nursing homes and limited care facilities used exclusively...

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Common Surge Internal Causes – Video Short

Power surges can happen anywhere. But 60 to 80% of them originate from equipment inside our buildings and facilities. These...

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May: National Electrical Safety Month

What is an AFCI – Video Short

Arc fault circuit interrupters, or AFCIs, are safety devices that protect your home against electrical fires caused by damaged wiring....

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Avoid Non Approved Electric Vehicle Adapters – Video Short

Charging your electric vehicle? Well, make sure you only use manufacturer-approved charging cables. Never use non-approved adapters. Non-approved adapters may...

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Downed Power Lines – Video Short

If you come across a downed power line, always assume the line is live and dangerous. Power lines can energize...

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Electrical Warning Signs – Video Short

Overloading your home’s electrical system can cause a fire. If your lights start to flicker or dim; smell burning, see...

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EV Charging Equipment – Video Short

If you have an electric vehicle, you gotta charge it, so you might as well stay safe when you do...

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Extension Cord Safety – Video Short

Every year over 3,000 home fires are caused by extension cords. That means if not used properly, they can overheat...

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June - September: Disaster Safety

Winter Storm Safety – Video Short

As temperatures drop and winter storms blow through, make sure you’re aware of your surroundings whenever venturing outside. It’s not...

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Prepare for Natural Disasters – Video Short

While we cannot prevent natural disasters, we can make sure our homes are electrically safe before and after the storm....

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Portable Generator Safety – Video Short

When used properly, portable and standby generators are a great option for providing power during brownouts or blackouts. However, improper...

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Seguridad Eléctrica Durante los Desastres Naturales – Video Short

Aunque no podemos evitar los desastres naturales, podemos asegurarnos de que nuestras casas sean electricamente seguras antes y despues de...

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Generadores de Emergencia – Video Short

Los generadores de emergencia son un gran opcion para suministrar energia de respaldo durante los bajones de tension o los...

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Fallas Electricas y Los Accidentes en la Concia – Video Short

Las fallas electricas y los accidentes en la cocina son las principales causas de los incendios domesticos. Durante el invierno,...

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October - December: Fire and Holiday Safety

Christmas Tree Safety – Video Short

Dried out Christmas trees can cause fires, remember to always water your tree, keep them away from open flames, turn...

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Cooking Safety – Video Short

Cooking is a leading cause of home fires. Ranges and stovetops alone cause 62% of home fires. Keep anything that...

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Holiday Light Safety – Video Short

Christmas lights should be considered temporary. Use only outdoor rated lights outdoor and make sure you plug into a GFCI...

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Outdoor Decoration Safety – Video Short

An estimated 860 home fires are caused by holiday decorations and another 210 home fires are caused by Christmas trees....

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Wrapping up the Holidays: Preventing Winter Fires

Nearly half of home fires occur during the months of December, January, and February. Keep your home and family safe...

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Home Heating Fire Prevention Tips

Home Heating Fire Prevention Tips. Heating equipment caused an estimated 50,500 home fires and 500 deaths between 2013 and 2017 according to...

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