May is National Electrical Safety Month
ESFI is excited to announce the theme for our National Electrical Safety Month 2023 campaign: “Electrification: E-Mobility.” The materials for this year’s campaign examine how the rapid advancements made to emerging technology, including electric vehicles, require further electrification and safe, efficient devices that can support this increased energy demand.
ESFI’s campaign features a comprehensive collection of new and updated resources to help facilitate an effective electrical safety awareness campaign for your community, workplace, and family.
National Electrical Safety Month 2023
Electrical Vehicle Charging Safety
Stay safe while charging your electric vehicle:
• Visually inspect the charging cable before use. Never use a damaged charger
• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on how to charge
• Never use an extension cord or multiplug adapter when charging electric vehicles
• Only use manufacturer-provided or approved charging cables. Never use an adapter to change charging types
• Never alter or modify your electric vehicle or its batteries
• Properly store chargers when not in use to prevent damage
• Cover chargers to manufacturer’s specifications to avoid water damage
• Ensure you have proper GFCI protection to protect against electric shocks
• Be aware of your surroundings. Do not accidentally come in contact with chargers when driving or parking
• Make sure your charging equipment has been certified by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory
All electric vehicle chargers should be installed by a qualified electrician.
Prepare Your Home or Business for EVs
• Have a qualified electrician complete a site assessment to ensure your home or business has the right electrical capacity for EV charging
• Ensure you have enough space for an EV charger
• Make sure your charger and charging cords are certified by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NTRL)
• Make sure you have adequate GFCI protection to avoid electric shocks
• All EV charger installations and site assessments should only be completed by qualified electricians who have been trained and are insured and bonded to complete electrical work
Use and Maintenance
• Follow the manufacturer’s instructions when charging electric vehicles
• Properly store charging cables to avoid damage which could lead to electric shocks and fires
• Cover EV charging stations to avoid water damage. Refer to manufacturer guidelines for more information
• Make sure EV chargers are properly maintained. Avoid vehicle contact with chargers, and never use a charger with damage
2023 NFPA Conference & Expo®
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Sincerely,
Electrical Safety Foundation International
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