Electrical Safety Tips

Here at Quality Electric we like to make sure our clients are safe. Electrical Safety should be practiced year - round. These are 8 important safety tips everyone should know:

1. Stay away from trees in power lines. Every year in the United States people are injured or even killed when they climb or prune trees near power lines. You should stay at least 10 feet away from high voltage lines and avoid working on tree limbs that are in contact with power lines.
2. Observe all warning signs. Teach children to never climb utility poles or play on fences around substations or any area where a "danger" or "Keep out" sign is posted
3. Don't run extension cords under rugs, carpets or furniture. Extension cords can cause fire if overheated. Make sure all electrical cords are long enough so they aren't tight and run them along baseboards to avoid a tripping hazard. When outside, keep extension cords off sidewalks, driveways and other pathways.
4. Replace light blubs with bulbs of equal or lesser wattage. Follow the manufacturer's warnings for appropriate wattage to avoid overheating.
5. Don't overload outlets, and never plug extension cords into each other. Plugging in too many appliances can cause fires.
6. Put out candles when you leave a room and turn off lamps when going to sleep or leaving home. This saves energy and keeps your family and home safe from accidental fires. Use a light times so you don't forget.
7. Protect appliances by plugging them into surge protectors. Surge protectors should bear the seal of a nationally recognized certification agency.
8. Make sure electrical appliances are not placed where they might get wet. Water can damage electrical parts and cause them to become grounded, posing a risk for electric shock hazards or overheating.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us!

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