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July 3, 2015 7:42 pm Published by dawn Bill’s Quality Electric, LLC shares an electrical safety word regarding the electrical hazards associated with boat docks, electrical systems and the need for electrical inspections to assure the safety of all using those docks, including swimmers. Discussed are the issues of Electric Shock Drowning related deaths due to electrical hazards present from the electrical [...]
July 2, 2015 8:09 pm Published by dawn Bill’s Quality Electric, LLC shares electrical safety information regarding permits and when they may be required, depending on what type of work is being done, whether commercially or residentially. Discussed are the different types of permits issued for different jobs, modification described, and the different types of trade permits you may need to have [...]
July 1, 2015 9:14 pm Published by dawn Bill’s Quality Electric, LLC shares electrical safety warnings and tips concerning keeping waters safe around boat docks and what electrical hazards may be present that can cause electrocution to local swimmers. Included are warnings about GFCIs tripping and the importance of electrical maintenance and inspections, both by docks and around homes. Also shared are [...]
June 30, 2015 8:39 pm Published by dawn Bill’s Quality Electric, LLC shares electrical safety tips in regards to your summer cottage maintenance and repairs and getting things up and running without electrical issues, shocks or damage and also to help prevent fires. Included are tips with smoke alarms, maintenance of appliances, how to turn on the power initially, and issues with [...]
June 29, 2015 9:33 pm Published by dawn Bill’s Quality Electric, LLC shares an electrical safety word concerning work safety and home safety from electrical hazards to help prevent electrical shock. Shared are common causes of electrical fires and statistics of electrical fires, injuries and fatalities. Also included are tips on power line safety, and the protection of arc fault circuit interrupters (AFCIs) [...]
June 26, 2015 6:41 pm Published by dawn Bill’s Quality Electric, LLC shares electrical safety tips in regards to when lightning strikes and how you can stay safe during a storm, whether you’re indoors or outdoors. Shared are the risk factors of being exposed to lightning and what to do if you get caught in a storm. Also included are tips for [...]
June 25, 2015 8:45 pm Published by dawn Bill’s Quality Electric, LLC shares electrical safety tips with regards to boat docks and the possibility of electrical shock drowning (ESD) from leakage of electrical current in the surrounding water. Included are ESD statistics along with a recent tragic death. Preventative measures are discussed as well as the importance of the protection provided by [...]
June 24, 2015 8:00 pm Published by dawn Bill’s Quality Electric, LLC shares electrical safety tips with a focus on summer activities, whether working or playing outdoors. Included are power lines safety and the proper distance to stay safe, working with ladders, using power tools, and the importance of ground fault circuit interruptor (GFCI) protection around wet areas. When we work and [...]
June 23, 2015 8:18 pm Published by dawn Bill’s Quality Electric, LLC shares electrical safety tips for summertime celebrations, both large and small, whether a family and friend’s event or a more public venue. Stated are electrical requirements depending on any equipment you may need to use. Also mentioned are safety tips around power lines when setting up for your event as [...]
June 22, 2015 9:35 pm Published by dawn Bill’s Quality Electric, LLC shares electrical safety tips especially for the good ‘ole summer time with a focus on kid’s safety. Included are specific tips with finding safe places to play, where NOT to play, safety around power lines, and around water and electricity. Also included are some informational electrical statistics. It’s important for [...]