15 Electrical Safety Tips For National Electrical Safety Month

We rely on electricity for literally everything in our lives. If we are not charging our phones, we are plugging in the coffee maker, charging our laptops, or plugging in lights. One important thing that we may not think about is electrical safety. Since spring is here, and in conjunction with National Electrical Safety Month, we came up with 15 electrical safety tips that will help you avoid potential electrical hazards.

Did you know that…

According to Electrical Safety Foundation International, electrocutions were the majority causes of electrical fatalities, with electrical burns in close seconds.

Extension Cord

 

Check ALL your electrical cords, cables, and extension cords for frays, cracks, and any other signs of damage. Replace ALL cords that have signs of damage!

Circuit Breaker

 

Never overload your circuit breakers outlets or circuit panels.

GFCI Outlet

 

Always connect countertop appliances to GFCI receptacles.

Smoke Alarm

 

Test your smoke detectors to make sure they are working properly.

Extension Cord

 

Extension cords are for temporary use ONLY. They should never be used to replace electrical wiring.

Lightbulb

 

Never use light bulbs that exceed the recommended wattage for any light fixture

Surge Protector

 

Check all power strips and surge protectors and make sure there is zero risk of a circuit overload.

Appliance

 

Unplug power tools and appliances when they’re not in use.

Electricity

 

Water and electricity have NEVER mixed. Don’t start mixing them today!

GFCI Outlet

 

Make sure outdoor patios and pool areas are equipped with ground fault circuit interrupter outlets.

Power Tool

 

Use power tools with gloves and other personal protective gear.

Old Appliances

 

Replace ANY damaged electrical equipment.

HVAC Filter

 

Make sure to replace the filters in your HVAC system.

Test GFCIs

 

Test your GFCI outlets to make sure they are working properly.

Electrician

 

Make sure your electrical system is working properly. Contact a licensed electrical contractor if you have flickering lights, malfunctioning outlets, or need wiring upgrades.

If you make sure to follow these safety tips, you can eliminate the possibilities of an injury or even worse, death. Together we can prevent the thousands of accidents that happen as a result of electrical fires annually. Join us as we celebrate another month of electrical safety!

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Shakir Williams
Shakir Williams

A true creative with a penchant for the spiritual and natural order. She loves the Earth, almost as much as she loves writing about it.

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