Waco, Texas (PRWEB) May 03, 2012
Electricity has been constantly changing the way people live and work. The methods for how electricity is generated and utilized have also evolved over the years. Electrical technologies that were considered emerging just a few years ago, such as plug-in electric vehicles and solar power generation systems, are now readily available throughout the country. Despite the significant advances, electricity remains uniquely unforgiving if not used safely. Mr. Electric and the Electrical Safety Foundation Internation organizations are dedicated exclusively to promoting electrical safety in the home, school, and workplace. Each year, too many lives are disrupted by electrical fires and too many families mourn the loss of a loved one who is fatally injured by electricity.
According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), an average of 53,000 electrical home structure fires occur each year, claiming more than 450 lives. In addition, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that nearly 400 people are electrocuted by consumer products each year in the United States.
Many electrocutions and home fires can be prevented simply by understanding basic electrical safety principles and adhering to safe practices, said Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) president Brett Brenner. Awareness about electrical hazards is the key.
Below are some public awareness tips to help jump start electical safety:
Orignal From: Make National Electrical Safety Month a Priority This Year
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