Don't Let Summer Fun Become Deadly: Summer Electrical Safety Tips from Root Electric

Summer is the time when everyone wants to play outside, so it is important that everyone knows what possible electrical safety hazards to avoid outside. Here are a few guidelines to communicate to children?

• Never play near or touch a power line with any part of your body, a toy, a stick, or any other object whatsoever. Assume at all times that any power lines you see are live and dangerous. If you see a downed power line, stay well away and report it to your local utility company immediately.
• Never approach an electrical substation (or downed power lines) for any reason whatsoever. Period. If a friend, family member or a pet has entered this area, do not try to rescue them yourself—call 911 immediately

• To avoid getting kites, model aircraft or any other airborne toys stuck in power lines, play with these things in wide open spaces like parks or fields far away from power lines.

• Keep an eye on the weather. Almost 100 people die each year, and another 500 are severely injured from lightning strikes. If a thunderstorm is approaching, go indoors and stay there until the danger has passed.

Remember, it's better to be safe than sorry! You can find more summer safety tips here.

All The Best,

Root Electric Services

12120 Darnley Rd,

Woodbridge, VA 22192

(703) 494-3989