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Home"What are WREC's safety winter tips?"Electric cords: Be sure your hodiay lighting is installed with safety in mind. Make sure your extension cords are in good condition, with no damage to the cord or plug-ins. Light strands that have damaged or broken bulbs should be replaced, or discarded if the wiring appears to be damaged. Overloading your cords by using multiple outlet units on the same cord could cause damage to your equipment, or even worse, a fire. Be sure to follow manufacturer directions.
Use the correct outlet: Connect outdoor lighting to a "ground fault circuit interrupter" (GFCI) outlet. These outlets are designed to break the electrical current in the event of a short circuit. Most new homes have these devices installed in the garage or patio-any place where electricity and water can be in close proximity. That said, GFCI outlets should not be considered as a substitute for good safety habits. If you don't have one of these outlets in your home, consider having an electrcian install one for you. Always look up: We always want you to report any down or extremely low power lines. DO NOT TOUCH THEM! Keep others away and call us immediately. Only our employees have the equipment and knowledge required to correct the problem. |
