Electrical Safety Tips

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Electrical Safety and Hazard 101

Electric power is the most dangerous aspect of most homes.

electrical panel
Your Home's Electrical Panel—Knowledge is Safety

Knowledge is power. Knowledge about power is safety.

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Is Your Home's Wiring a Fire Hazard?

Old materials can cause significant danger over time.

An outlet on the wall.
GFCI Electrical Outlets in the Bathroom

GFCI stands for Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.

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The 10 Most Dangerous Electrical Safety Hazards

Electricity and water form a fatal combination.

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Which Breaker Controls My Smoke Detector

Keep your safety gear in working order.

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Organizing Cords and Cables

If you've ever been inside a telephone central office you can see the need for cable clutter control.

A man holding an electrical cord with smoke around his head.
The Dos and Don'ts of Electrical Safety

What to do and not do when it comes to home electrical safety may not all be common sense.

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Electrical Safety for Children

To help keep kids electrically safe at home and at school, here are some suggestions.

A water meter.
How to Attach a Jumper Wire around a Water Meter

It provides a better path for electricity.

Copper wiring.
The Dangers of Burning Copper Wiring

Beware of the dangers of burning copper wiring!

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How to Hide Cables and Wires Under Carpet

Wires and cables are not only unsightly, but also a tripping hazard. Fix your problem by hiding them under the carpet in 3 steps.

A yellow and black warning size for high voltage.
How Ground Fault Protection Works

Just what does GFCI mean anyway?