Home Electric Safety
Electricity makes our lives more comfortable, but it can also be dangerous. If electricity is used incorrectly, it can be harmful – or even fatal. Here are safety tips that can help save you from injury or death.
Electric Line Safety
In the aftermath of a storm, be aware of hazards presented by downed power lines.
Indoor/Outdoor Safety
There are a number of electrical dangers to be aware of indoors and outdoors. Learn important safety tips that can keep you and your family safe.
Generator Safety
Generators can be handy during long-term power outages. However, if you don’t know how to use them properly, they can be dangerous.
May is National Electrical Safety Month
Each May, during National Electrical Safety Month, ESFI produces the Electrical Safety Illustrated publication. In 2017, topics include the national electric code, tamper-resistant receptacles, electric shock drowning, surge protection, and ground fault circuit interrupters. View the EFSI guide.
Call Before You Dig – OUPS
Before your shovel hits the dirt, be sure all underground utility lines are marked. OUPS, a free service, will notify South Central Power and other utilities and whether underground facilities are at the site.
- Call 2 working days prior to the start of excavation.
- Contact OUPS at (800) 362-2764 or call 811 24 hours/7 days a week.
- Learn more by visiting our OUPS section.
Just For Kids
While you may know about the dangers of electricity, your child may not. Educate him or her about the danger of misusing electricity and electrical devices. Learn more about kids’ safety at our Kids Korner!
Additional Services
Live Line Demonstration
An excellent program for law enforcement and safety authorities, civic groups, and high school students.
Safe Community Presentation
A smaller electric safety unit for younger students.