Outdoor Safety Tips
- Never touch a power line! Report downed power lines immediately
- Don’t put signs or advertisements on power poles – they are a hazard and reduce the life of the pole
- Be careful not to touch overhead power lines with ladders, TV antennas or other equipment
- Never retrieve balls or other objects from substations – high-voltage equipment is very dangerous
Indoor Safety Tips
- Always replace damaged cords
- Never use electrical appliances in wet areas
- Pull on the plug, not the cord, to unplug an appliance
- Don’t overload outlets with too many appliances
- Unplug extension cords if not in use
- Use the correct wattage for light bulbs. Higher than recommended wattages can overheat and lead to fire
