electrical safety

So Santa treated you well, and you've now got every multimedia mind-boggling, sensory overloads device you could dream of.. now plug them all in and enjoy, eh? Stop and think a moment. Extension cords are a convenient way to power electrical devices, especially during the holiday season. However, without proper use, extension cords can become a fire hazard. According to the...

Electrical Safety is a concern for Electricians, Home DIY, and general workers. Each year there are 71 electrocutions (death by electricity) in the workplace throughout the US. By ensuring all safety equipment and tools are used properly this number can be reduced. Worker injuries, illnesses and fatalities 4,405 workers were killed on the job in 2013 (3.2 per 100,000 full-time equivalent workers...

Whether renovating, tearing down or building from the ground up, construction sites are covered with electrical hazards. It is incumbent on workers to know risks and proper precautions. It is important for you and your coworkers to have access to proper safety equipment and basic safety training. Safety Equipment To perform safety on the job, your construction site should be...

Making sure that your workplace is suitable for you and your employees to spend a large majority of their time is vital. In fact, if you do not pay enough attention to this particular area of your business, you could be fined, even be taken to court. There have been many cases in the past where employers simply do not...

Holiday lights and decorations are cheery, festive, fun (and often competitive) but they are a serious fire and electrocution hazard when not used safely... Holiday decorations can add to the fun and excitement of the season but they can also increase your risk for a home fire. Follow basic safety guidelines to prevent serious electrical and fire hazards during the...