Avoid Halloween Scaries with These Holiday Electrical Safety Tips
FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) has released safety tips for Halloween decorating and celebrations to help prevent electrical hazards and keep power flowing reliably. The company emphasizes the importance of being aware of potential electrical and fire risks during the festive season.
Key safety measures include:
- Avoiding decorations near utility equipment
- Inspecting electrical cords for damage
- Using proper clips for securing lights
- Ensuring decorative lights are UL-approved
- Using GFCI outlets for outdoor decorations
- Replacing traditional candles with flame-free options
For trick-or-treating, FirstEnergy advises maintaining well-lit paths, using reflective materials on costumes, and staying in well-lit areas. The company also reminds customers to report streetlight outages and provides methods for doing so.
FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) ha rilasciato suggerimenti di sicurezza per decorare e festeggiare Halloween al fine di prevenire rischi elettrici e garantire un flusso elettrico affidabile. L'azienda sottolinea l'importanza di essere consapevoli dei potenziali rischi elettrici e di incendio durante la stagione festiva.
Le principali misure di sicurezza includono:
- Evitare decorazioni vicino a apparecchiature elettriche
- Ispezionare i cavi elettrici per eventuali danni
- Utilizzare clip appropriate per fissare le luci
- Assicurarsi che le luci decorative siano approvate UL
- Utilizzare prese GFCI per decorazioni all'aperto
- Sostituire le candele tradizionali con opzioni senza fiamma
Per la notte di Halloween, FirstEnergy consiglia di mantenere i sentieri ben illuminati, utilizzare materiali riflettenti sui costumi e rimanere in aree ben illuminate. L'azienda ricorda anche ai clienti di segnalare i guasti dei lampioni e fornisce metodi per farlo.
FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) ha publicado consejos de seguridad para la decoración y celebraciones de Halloween para ayudar a prevenir peligros eléctricos y mantener un suministro eléctrico confiable. La empresa enfatiza la importancia de estar consciente de los riesgos eléctricos y de incendios potenciales durante la temporada festiva.
Las medidas de seguridad clave incluyen:
- Evitar decoraciones cerca de equipos eléctricos
- Inspeccionar los cables eléctricos en busca de daños
- Usar clips apropiados para asegurar las luces
- Asegurarse de que las luces decorativas estén aprobadas por UL
- Usar tomacorrientes GFCI para decoraciones al aire libre
- Sustituir las velas tradicionales por opciones sin llama
Para el truco o trato, FirstEnergy aconseja mantener los caminos bien iluminados, usar materiales reflectantes en los disfraces y permanecer en áreas bien iluminadas. La compañía también recuerda a los clientes que reporten las fallas de las luces de la calle y proporciona métodos para hacerlo.
퍼스트에너지(FirstEnergy Corp. NYSE: FE)는 전기 위험을 방지하고 안정적인 전력을 유지하기 위해 할로윈 장식 및 축하를 위한 안전 팁을 발표했습니다. 회사는 축제 시즌 동안 잠재적인 전기 및 화재 위험에 주의하는 것의 중요성을 강조합니다.
주요 안전 수칙은 다음과 같습니다:
- 유틸리티 장비 근처에 장식 피하기
- 전선의 손상 여부 점검하기
- 조명을 고정하기 위해 적절한 클립 사용하기
- 장식용 조명이 UL 인증을 받았는지 확인하기
- 야외 장식에 GFCI 콘센트 사용하기
- 전통적인 촛불을 불 없이 사용 가능한 옵션으로 대체하기
할로윈 Trick-or-Treat를 위해 퍼스트에너지는 잘 조명된 경로를 유지하고, 의상에 반사 재료를 사용하며, 잘 조명된 지역에 머무를 것을 권장합니다. 또한, 회사는 고객에게 가로등 고장을 신고하도록 상기시키고, 이를 위한 방법도 제공합니다.
FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) a publié des conseils de sécurité pour la décoration et les célébrations d'Halloween afin d'aider à prévenir les dangers électriques et à garantir un approvisionnement électrique fiable. L'entreprise souligne l'importance d'être conscient des risques électriques et d'incendie potentiels pendant la saison des fêtes.
Les mesures de sécurité clés incluent :
- Éviter les décorations près des équipements électriques
- Inspecter les cordons électriques pour détecter des dommages
- Utiliser des clips appropriés pour sécuriser les lumières
- S'assurer que les lumières décoratives sont approuvées par UL
- Utiliser des prises GFCI pour les décorations extérieures
- Remplacer les bougies traditionnelles par des options sans flamme
Pour la récolte de friandises, FirstEnergy conseille de maintenir des chemins bien éclairés, d'utiliser des matériaux réfléchissants sur les costumes et de rester dans des zones bien éclairées. L'entreprise rappelle également aux clients de signaler les pannes d'éclairage public et fournit des méthodes pour le faire.
FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) hat Sicherheitstipps für Halloween-Dekorationen und -Feiern veröffentlicht, um elektrische Gefahren zu verhindern und eine zuverlässige Stromversorgung sicherzustellen. Das Unternehmen betont die Bedeutung des Bewusstseins für potenzielle elektrische Risiken und Brandgefahren während der Festtage.
Wichtige Sicherheitsmaßnahmen umfassen:
- Vermeidung von Dekorationen in der Nähe von Versorgungsanlagen
- Überprüfung von elektrischen Kabeln auf Beschädigungen
- Verwendung geeigneter Clips zum Sichern von Lichtern
- Überprüfung, ob dekorative Lichter UL-zertifiziert sind
- Verwendung von GFCI-Steckdosen für Außenanlagen
- Ersetzen traditioneller Kerzen durch flammlos Optionen
Für das „Süßes oder Saures“ empfiehlt FirstEnergy, gut beleuchtete Wege beizubehalten, reflektierende Materialien auf Kostümen zu verwenden und sich in gut beleuchteten Bereichen aufzuhalten. Das Unternehmen erinnert die Kunden auch daran, Ausfälle von Straßenlaternen zu melden, und bietet Methoden zur Meldung an.
- FirstEnergy is proactively addressing safety concerns related to Halloween celebrations, potentially reducing incidents and liability
- The company is demonstrating corporate responsibility by educating customers on electrical safety, which may enhance brand reputation
- None.
FirstEnergy tips to help keep the candy – and electricity – flowing safely
Candace Webb, Manager of Public Safety at FirstEnergy: "As Halloween approaches, it's important to remember that while it's a time for fun and spooky celebrations, it's also a time when electrical hazards can be particularly scary. While you're enjoying the festivities with family or friends, it's crucial to be aware of the potential electrical and fire risks and take the necessary precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable season for everyone."
Learn more about FirstEnergy's "Stop. Look. Live." public safety campaign at firstenergycorp.com/publicsafety.
Safe & Spooky Decorating
With Halloween decorations becoming more elaborate, it's important to recognize and minimize potential risks. Follow these safety measures while decorating:
- Never put any decorations on or near utility equipment, like poles and transformers.
- Inspect each electrical cord of lights and decorations before use. Look for damage such as cracked, frayed or bare wires, damaged sockets or loose connections that can lead to shocks. If a cord is hot, don't use it.
- Use the proper clips for securing lights and decorations. Staples and nails can damage electrical cords.
- Decorative lights should be approved by Underwriter's Laboratory and carry a UL seal on the tag. Red UL marks indicate the lights are approved for indoor or outdoor use, while green UL tags indicate approval for indoor use only.
- Outdoor lights and decorations should be plugged into outlets that feature Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs).
- Indoor lights should not touch window treatments, carpet or furniture.
- Replace traditional candles with flame-free options like flashlights, battery-operated candles or glow sticks to light up your jack-o'-lanterns or seasonal decor.
- Keep flammable decorations, like cornstalks and bales of hay, far away from any open flames or heat sources, such as candles, heaters and light bulbs.
Stay Safe While Trick (or Trunk)-or-Treating
Undoubtedly the highlight for many revelers, trick-or-treating (and trunk-or-treating) presents risks, especially as the sun goes down. Keep these safety tips in mind:
- Keep a clear, well-lit path at your home for trick-or-treaters. Prevent falls by keeping walkways, steps and porches free of electrical cords or any other items that may pose a hazard for trick-or-treaters.
- Carry a flashlight or add reflective tape, LED shoelaces or glow sticks to your costume to make yourself more visible to others in dark or dimly lit areas.
- Limit travel to well-lit, familiar areas. Always walk in groups and use sidewalks or crosswalks whenever possible.
- Motorists should use extra caution and keep an eye out for children crossing the street. Know the trick-or-treat hours in your neighborhood and anticipate heavy foot traffic.
Customers are reminded to report any issues with streetlights so they can be addressed as quickly as possible. Here are the best ways to report a streetlight outage:
- Call FirstEnergy at 1-888-LIGHTSS (1-888-544-4877) and say "streetlight" after the greeting.
- Report the lighting problem online.
- When reporting a streetlight outage, please provide the following information:
- Your name and phone number (in case we need more information).
- Address where the streetlight is located (nearest house or business address and the nearest cross street).
- Number on the utility pole.
- What is wrong with the streetlight (damaged pole; broken light fixture; light is off at night, on during the day, or flickers).
FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving more than six million customers in
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