The Fire Department offers the following electrical safety advice:
Watch out for the following hazards:
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Downed power lines
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Blown fuses or tripped circuit breakers
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Cracked or frayed wiring
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A burning smell coming from appliances or wiring
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Cords under rugs, across doorways or affixed to walls
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Feeling a tingle when you touch something electrical
Safety tips you can do:
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To protect small children, put covers over electrical outlets.
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All electrical work should be done by a qualified licensed electrician.
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Only use extension cords temporarily.
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Make sure anything electrical has a label from an approved testing lab, such as Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL) or Factory Mutual Research Corporation (FM)
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Give space heaters space – at least three feet from combustibles.
More Information:
For more information about electrical safety, contact the Cedar Rapids Fire Department at 319-286-5200 or send an E-mail message to our Public Education Division.
