Each year, several hundred workers are killed as a result of inadvertent contact with energized conductors. Surprisingly, over half of those killed are not in traditionally electrical fields (i.e., ...

IN the realm of personal protective equipment, protective gloves offer the first line of defense against an array of hazards. Most often, they are used to protect the hands against scrapes, cuts, ...

The damage resulting from a small arc flash involving a 120VAC duplex receptacle within a single gang box. Harnessed electrical energy has the potential to end human life. Therefore, most electrical ...

This safety procedure provides guidelines for safely working around electrical hazards. It includes provisions for training, lockout requirements, and specific types of work practices and the required ...

WACO, Texas, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mr. Electric ®, a Neighborly ® company, is helping homeowners prioritize home safety for National Electrical Safety Month in May by raising awareness for ...

Using electrical equipment on the job is always hazardous. According to a report prepared by the Fire Protection Research Foundation, there were 1,962 electrical-related workplace deaths during the 10 ...

WENZHOU, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, January 5, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — In the modern electrical landscape, the focus has shifted dramatically from mere power delivery to comprehensive safety. Arc Fault ...

Controlling the utilities at incident scenes should always be a priority. There’s a lot more to securing utilities than just going around the building turning off switches and closing valves. Just ...

ST. LOUIS, March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Spring is about to arrive, and the longer days will inspire homeowners to get outdoor projects underway. But before getting started, it is important to be ...

McQuillan Home Services launches “Start the Year Safe” initiative, providing expert inspections to address winter plumbing, HVAC, and electrical risks in 2026. SAINT PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, January 2 ...

MISSISSAUGA, ON, March 4, 2025 /CNW/ - With warmer temperatures and heavy rain expected across the province, the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) is warning Ontario residents of heightened risk of ...