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Electric Department Safety Tips

Never climb in trees that have electric wire running through them. You may get badly burned.

  1. Never play with electric appliances, tools or electric outlets.
  2. Electric cords should never be warm when in use and should never show any wear or damage. This could cause a fire.
  3. Most appliances, such as the television, need to have a free flow of air around them so they do not overheat and start a fire. So do not place anything on top of the TV.
  4. Never fly kites, model airplanes or balloons near overhead power lines.
  5. If you are going to climb trees, be very careful to never climb one that has power lines through or near the limbs. There is danger not only from actually touching the wires, but the wind or your weight can cause a limb to touch a wire, causing a danger of electrocution to anyone in or near the tree.
  6. If you come upon an overhead power line that is low or lying on the ground, always assume that any one who touches it or comes near it will be killed. A low hanging wire, or one lying on the ground, can suddenly move some distance blown by wind or even from electricity in the wire itself. Always stay a good distance away.
  7. Do not play on or near transformer boxes, or put anything in any holes in them. Stay away!

 

 

 


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