Basic Electrical Safety Rules

• Consider any electrical line dangerous.
• Keep objects such as kites, ladders, and antennas away from power lines.
• Do not attempt to raise or move electric lines. They are not insulated and can cause electrocution!
• Report any potential power line hazards to the Cooperative, including trees growing in the lines.
• Always stay away from any electric line that is down on the ground. Call ECI REC at 877-850-4343 immediately.
• Never touch a person or object that is in contact with a live power line.
• Pull the entrance switch or fuse before working on wiring or any equipment connected to the wiring. If in doubt, call a competent electrician.
• If a fuse blows or a breaker trips, find out the cause before restoring current to that circuit. Look for damaged or bare wires, defective outlets, and defective appliances.
• Install ground-fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) in areas where appliances may accidentally come into contact with water, such as kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, garages, and exterior spaces.
• If your vehicle hits a utility pole, stay in your car until help arrives.

For more safety tips, download the safety booklet from Electrical Safety Foundation International. Then, download and print off a safety checklist for your refrigerator!