Electricity Safety

Electricity enables us to live life with ease—but it can take life away from us as well. According to the latest figures from the U.S Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in 2000 there were 400 accidental electrocutions. The commission also indicates that there are an average of 165,380 electrical-related home structure fires that claim an additional 910 lives each year.

North Carolina's Touchstone Energy cooperatives want to keep lowering the statistics by raising awareness of electric safety all year long. For more information on electric safety, explore the topics below:

Electricity Safety Quiz

Winter Survival Kit for Your Home

Eliminate Top Safety Threats to Prevent Electrical Injuries

Home and Garden Appliance Safety

Electricity in the Neighborhood—What to Look For

Water and Electricity Don’t Mix: Boat in Safety

Electrical Safety Precautions During Disasters

Electrical Hazards in the Home—What to Look For

Electricity: Why Caution is Important

Holiday Safety Tips

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