Inside Safety

Almost all indoor electric accidents can be prevented if safety is kept in mind.

• Unless you are qualified, get expert help with wiring improvements in your home or office.
• Know where the fuse box or circuit breaker is and how to operate it.
• Make sure your hands and feet are dry when using electric appliances.
• Don't set applicances where they can fall into water.
• Keep a Class "C" extinguisher within easy reach for electrical fires. Periodically check it to make sure it is operating properly.
• Use plactic caps in outlets when not in use.
• Visit the Kids Energy Zone to teach your children about electric safety.

Maintenance

• Make sure plugs and prongs are not loose or worn.
• Check cords for fraying or nicks.
• Make sure cords are placed where they will not be tripped over or receive excessive wear (like under rugs).
• Turn off and repair any appliance that sputters, stalls, sparks or gives the slightest shock.

Unplugged, Safety

• Never yank the appliance cord from the electric outlet.
• Don't overload wall outlets with adapters.
• Always unplug an appliance before cleaning it.
• It's always safer to unplug an appliance if you are not using it. (It also saves electircity.)

Home Generators Require CAUTION!!

If you own a home generator, always follow the manufacturer's instructions for safe operations. During a power outage, DO NOT plug a generator into the circuit box as it could cause physical harm to line crews working to restore your power.