Spring Chore Safety
After spending long winter days indoors, most folks love to get outside in spring, even if it's just to do chores. However, outdoor chores can bring electrical hazards.
- Teach children to stay away from electric transformers and substations and explain what posted warning signs mean.
- Avoid damp conditions when using electricity. Keep all electrical devices and cords away from water.
- Place waterproof covers on all outdoor outlets.
- Install ground fault circuit interrupters (CFCI's) in outlets where water may be present.
- Only use extension cords marked for outdoor use; match power needs of an electric tool or appliance to the cord's label information.
- NM customers call 800-321-2537 and Arizona customers call 800-782-5348 at least 72 hours before engaging in any type of excavation work. Local utilities will be notified to mark the approximate location of any underground lines on your property.
Source: Electrical Safety Foundation International; CPSC
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