It’s important to remember that while enjoying the summer weather, whether outside or around the home, there could be a variety of electrical hazards lingering. While not apparent at first, these issues could cause severe (and potentially fatal) injury through electric shock. Our team at Expert Electric has created a list of common outdoor and indoor hazards to be aware of this summer.
Summer Outdoor Electrical Safety
Power Line Safety
Avoid power lines with your body, toys, sticks, or anything an electrical current could travel down. Power lines transport extremely high-voltage electrical energy. Venturing too close to a power line can allow the electricity to flow to your body or object, resulting in serious injury. If you see a fallen power line, call 911 immediately.
Outdoor Electrical Receptacles:
Ensure all outdoor electrical receptacles around the exterior of your home or shed are covered, clean, and dry. If water or dirt enters the outlet, it can result in electrical surges and shocks when the outlet is next used. Receptacle covers can be purchased at most home renovation retail stores.
Water & Outdoor Electrical Devices:
Keep all power cords, string lights, and electrical devices away from ponds, swimming pools, hot tubs, or sprinklers. Summer can lend itself to a lot of splashing and water flying through the air. If water comes into contact with an electrical device, there is a high risk of electrical shock. Do your best to keep electrical devices at a distance from the pool and water fights.
Summer Indoors Electrical Safety
GFCI Outlets
Ensure you have GFCI’s (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlets installed in certain areas of your home – namely rooms with running water mainly (bathroom, kitchen, garage, basement, pool rooms, etc.). These outlets can prevent electrical shock from happening with specially designed safety mechanisms.
Circuit Breaker Use:
Know where your circuit breakers are and how to turn them off safely in an emergency. When a panicked situation occurs, it can be easy to become confused and flustered. If you are knowledgeable about interacting with your circuit breaker, you will be more confident in the event of an emergency.
Portable Fan Safety
Before plugging in a fan, ensure it is clean and that there are no frayed or damaged wires. Occulting fans are often stored for most of the year. During storage, power cords can become damaged, and electrical wires can be exposed. Exposed wires leave you vulnerable to electrical shock when the fan is plugged in again.
Air Conditioning Unit Safety:
Ensure portable air conditioning units are securely positioned and electrical cords tucked away. These tripping hazards can lead to either electrical shock or a heavy unit falling. It’s also essential to follow the manufacturer’s instructions on maintaining and servicing the unit to prevent damage to the home’s electrical system and personal injury.
It is necessary to be aware of potential electrical hazards to identify and avoid them. Our team of trained and licensed electricians is happy to help you ensure the safety of your home and family.
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