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Smart Choices
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Think Before You Climb: Ladder Safety
Before “climbing” into a project, take a few minutes to inspect your ladder and your project space to ensure your safety.
Smart Choices
Dec 10, 2024
Stay Safe and Warm this Winter
Tips to ensure your home and family are ready for power outages associated with severe winter weather.
Smart Choices
Jan 13, 2024
Use Metallic Balloons Safely at Outdoor Celebrations
Know the potential dangers of metallic balloons so that you and your loved ones can safely enjoy outdoor celebrations.
Smart Choices
Oct 16, 2023
Ask an Expert: Is it Dangerous to Overload a Circuit?
Wires in an electrical system or circuit have a maximum amount of current they can safely carry. How much is too much?
Smart Choices
Oct 16, 2023
Portable Space Heaters: Protect Yourself from These Common Hazards
Electric heaters can make your home cozy, but they come with risks. Learn how to stay safe and warm.
Smart Choices
Jun 18, 2023
Enjoy a Safe Fourth of July
There are many Independence Day traditions but perhaps the most popular is fireworks.
Smart Choices
Jun 12, 2023
Ask an Expert: Grill it Safe This Summer
Stay safe this summer with grilling safety tips from the U.S. Fire Administration.
Smart Choices
Nov 21, 2022
12 Holiday Safety Tips
To keep your holiday season merry instead of disastrous, follow these electrical safety precautions.
Smart Choices
Oct 16, 2022
Test Your GFCI Outlets
This essential outlet feature needs to be checked once a month.
Smart Choices
Oct 11, 2022
Air Conditioner and Fan Safety
Summer is "coming in hot!" Learn more about air conditioner and fan safety in July's Smart Choices article.
Smart Choices
Sep 29, 2022
Don’t Electrify Your Hunting Experience
Along with traditional hunter safety rules, follow these electrical safety tips for safer hunting this fall.
Smart Choices
Aug 30, 2022
Harvest Safety
Harvesting crops poses especially high risk for farmers. Follow these suggestions for taking care of yourself and others working with you.
Smart Choices
Jun 30, 2022
Celebrate July 4 Safely!
Independence Day celebrations often also mean the purchase & use of fireworks in your July 4th celebrations! Read more firework safety tips!
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