Electrical Safety Foundation International July Newsletter

The Electrical Safety Cycle
Electricity is all around us- modern life wouldn’t be possible without it. But electricity also comes with risks, and fortunately, we already have a safety net. Learn more about the electrical safety cycle with ESFI’s new resources. Click here to learn more.

Electricity is everywhere and it affects every aspect of our lives. However, it isn’t until we lose power that we realize just how much we take electricity for granted. Code and Standards, like the National Electrical Code, help us use electricity in a safe and efficient manner. Click here to learn more.

Going on Vacation?
Here are some tips to keep your home safe from electrical fires and other hazards before you leave town this summer:

• Unplug any extension cords, kitchen countertop appliances, and other small appliances such as lamps
• Test your GFCI and AFCI outlets and breakers
• Don’t have AFCIs? Call an electrician to install one in your panel to prevent electrical fires from occurring while you’re away
• Ensure that your smoke alarms are working on every level of your home
• Check to make sure that your carbon monoxide alarm is functioning to protect your home from any gas appliances

Click here to learn more.

Thanks for the share, JL!