Holiday Lighting Safety Tips
Tips to keep your family bright, happy, and safe this holiday season.
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- Oct 16
- 3 min
Ask an Expert: Is it Dangerous to Overload a Circuit?
Wires in an electrical system or circuit have a maximum amount of current they can safely carry. How much is too much?
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- Oct 16
- 1 min
In the Kitchen: Storing Holiday Leftovers
You work hard preparing tasty holiday meals. Make the most of them by safely storing the leftovers.
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- Oct 16
- 2 min
Portable Space Heaters: Protect Yourself from These Common Hazards
Electric heaters can make your home cozy, but they come with risks. Learn how to stay safe and warm.
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- Sep 13
- 2 min
Tips to Protect Your Family Against Cyber Attacks
These 10 tips will help protect you and your family from falling victim to anyone trying to prey upon your personal data or information.
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- Aug 22
- 2 min
Your Home: Maintenance Tips for Fall
Here are some simple maintenance tips that will help your family stay safe and comfortable as the season changes.
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- Aug 10
- 3 min
Stay Safe During Harvest
Harvest time is a dangerous time. Follow these tips around electrical lines and equipment, and be careful of possible entanglements or falls
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- Jul 15
- 1 min
Back to School Safety: Tips for Driving and Walking in School Zones
It's important to be cautious while driving in school zones as large numbers of students are making their way to and from school.
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- Jun 18
- 2 min
Enjoy a Safe Fourth of July
There are many Independence Day traditions but perhaps the most popular is fireworks.
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- Jun 12
- 1 min
Ask an Expert: Grill it Safe This Summer
Stay safe this summer with grilling safety tips from the U.S. Fire Administration.
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- May 15
- 2 min
Electric Safety While Boating
Water and electricity don’t mix. If you own a boat, follow these 6 safety tips.
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- Apr 13
- 1 min
National Electrical Safety Month
Get safety tips for the workplace DIY projects, EVs and charging and your home’s electrical system.
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- Feb 7
- 2 min
Ask an Expert: Downed Power Line Safety
What do I do if a downed power line touches my vehicle?
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- Jan 10
- 2 min
The Right Connection: Generator Safety Tips
Portable generators can provide back-up power in case of outages. Follow these tips to operate it safely.
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- Nov 21, 2022
- 2 min
12 Holiday Safety Tips
To keep your holiday season merry instead of disastrous, follow these electrical safety precautions.
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- Oct 16, 2022
- 1 min
Test Your GFCI Outlets
This essential outlet feature needs to be checked once a month.
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- Sep 29, 2022
- 1 min
Don’t Electrify Your Hunting Experience
Along with traditional hunter safety rules, follow these electrical safety tips for safer hunting this fall.
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- Sep 29, 2022
- 2 min
Copper Theft: Still a Threat
This commonly used metal is a valuable part of getting electricity to our members. Copper theft threatens lives and our electric supply.
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- Aug 30, 2022
- 3 min
Harvest Safety
Harvesting crops poses especially high risk for farmers. Follow these suggestions for taking care of yourself and others working with you.
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- Aug 19, 2022
- 3 min
School Bus Safety
With the beginning of the school year, safely transporting students to and from school is critical.
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