Electricity is such a common presence in modern life that many people do not notice it until the power goes out or an electrical accident happens. Take some time to brush up on your electrical safety knowledge—visit SafeElectricity.org.
“Safe Electricity has educational materials available to the public,” says Molly Hall, executive director of the Safe Electricity program. “Please take time to learn more about electricity and to share that knowledge with others.”
One of the most compelling resources available is the series of “Teach Learn Care TLC” videos, which feature the stories of people whose lives were affected by electrical accidents. The survivors and loved ones of those involved in electrical accidents want you to learn from their stories to avoid similar tragedies. Families at home, teenage drivers, construction workers, and farmers are all featured—proving that electrical tragedies can strike anywhere.
Safe Electricity has a video featuring Kyle Finney’s Live Line demonstration, which shows the dangers of high voltage electricity. You can see electrical arcs, find out what happens when a Mylar balloon comes in contact with power lines, and learn more about safety measures to take in and around the home. Safe Electricity also has a library of articles available to the public. Many articles are also available in Spanish. You can also find Safe Electricity on Facebook to get timely updates and reminders about electrical safety.
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