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REACHING' <br /> TO SAFETY: <br /> Use Extension Cords Properly <br /> Roughly 3,300 home fires originate in extension cords each year, killing <br /> 50 people and injuring 270 more. Extension cords can overheat <br /> and cause fires when used improperly, so keep these <br /> ` important tips in mind to protect your <br /> home and workplace. <br /> DON'T attempt to plug extension <br /> cords into one another. <br /> Make sure extension cords are <br /> properly rated for their intended Keep all outdoor extension cords <br /> use, indoor or outdoor, and meet clear of snow and standing water. <br /> or exceed the power needs of the <br /> appliance or device being used. <br /> A heavy reliance on extension <br /> cords is an indication that you <br /> have too few outlets to address <br /> Do NOT overload extension cords. your needs. Have additional <br /> outlets installed where you <br /> need them. <br /> Inspect cords for DAMAGE <br /> before use.Check for cracked or Do NOT nail or staple electrical <br /> frayed sockets, loose or bare cords to walls or baseboards. <br /> wires, and loose connections. <br /> Do NOT run through walls, NEVER use three-prong plugs <br /> doorways, ceilings or floors. If with outlets that only have two <br /> cord is covered, heat cannot slots. Never cut off the ground <br /> escape,which may result in a pin to force a fit,which could <br /> FIRE HAZARD. lead to electric shock. <br /> Buy only cords that have been Do NOT substitute extension <br /> approved by an independent cords for permanent wiring. <br /> testing laboratory. <br /> J J J <br /> • • DO NOT use an extension cord or <br /> a power strip with heaters or <br /> fans, which could cause cords to <br /> overheat and result in a fire. <br /> MAY IS NATIONAL ELECTRICAL SAFETY MONTH <br /> ESFio,g f www.facebook.com/ESFI.org y www.twitter.com/ESFldotorg c'm www.youtube.com/ESFldotorg <br /> 14 Ramsey Resident I May/June 2024 <br />