Safety begins with proper wiring

• Qualified electricians should install and check wiring.
• Homes should be 100-amps; 200+-amps for homes heated electrically.
• Electric appliances should have three-prong plugs.
• Keep cords away from heat and water.
• Never wrap cords around metal. Keep them away from foot traffic.
• Weatherproof outdoor electric outlets.
• Major electric appliances should have their own circuits.
• Never use appliances when you are wet or on a wet surface.
• Never use electric tools/appliances outdoors if it is raining or wet.
• Always use moisture-resistant appliance cords outside.
• Use power tools with durable, grounded or double insulated cords.
• Ground antennas. Install antenna (2x) its height from power lines. 
• Never use any type of metal equipment near power lines.
• Show your family where the main fuse/circuit breaker is located.
• Inspect cords. Immediately replace, not patch, damaged ones.
• Never pull a plug from a wall outlet by the cord. Grasp the plug.
• Unplug irons and heat appliances when they are not in use.
• Plug power tools or heavy appliances into wall outlets only.

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