Sunday, December 20, 2009
Safety Procedures During A Power Outage
Take practical steps to keep you and your loved ones safe during a power outage.
Unplug major appliances to protect them from a power surge when power comes back on.
Leave a light turned on so you know when power is restored.
Refuel heaters, lamps, and generators outside, and stay away from any flames or sparks. Wipe up fuel spills immediately.
Contact power company if you're using a generator -- this protects you and power company line workers as they work to restore power. .
Never operate lanterns, heaters, or fuel-fired stoves without proper ventilation.
Never burn charcoal indoors. It releases poisonous carbon monoxide.
Avoid downed power lines or sparking equipment.
Never remove debris that's within 10 feet of a power line.
Prevent children from carrying candles or oil lamps.
Unplug major appliances to protect them from a power surge when power comes back on.
Leave a light turned on so you know when power is restored.
Refuel heaters, lamps, and generators outside, and stay away from any flames or sparks. Wipe up fuel spills immediately.
Contact power company if you're using a generator -- this protects you and power company line workers as they work to restore power. .
Never operate lanterns, heaters, or fuel-fired stoves without proper ventilation.
Never burn charcoal indoors. It releases poisonous carbon monoxide.
Avoid downed power lines or sparking equipment.
Never remove debris that's within 10 feet of a power line.
Prevent children from carrying candles or oil lamps.
# posted by Homer Owens @ 3:38 AM 
