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FirstEnergy Offers Tips to Stay Safe Around Electricity This Summer


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Jun 29, 2017, 10:53 ET

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AKRON, Ohio, June 29, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- As the summer season is in full swing, FirstEnergy Corp.'s (NYSE: FE) utilities remind customers to use caution near electrical equipment as they work and explore outdoors.

While summertime is associated with climbing trees, flying kites, yard work and water activities, it is important to stay clear of power lines and other equipment when outside – and remind children to do the same – to help stay safe. 

FirstEnergy utilities include:  Ohio Edison, The Illuminating Company and Toledo Edison in Ohio; Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) in New Jersey; Metropolitan Edison Company (Met-Ed), Pennsylvania Electric Company (Penelec), Pennsylvania Power (Penn Power), and West Penn Power in Pennsylvania; Mon Power in West Virginia; and Potomac Edison in Maryland.

Some important FirstEnergy summer safety messages can be viewed here: http://bit.ly/FEsummersafety.

Keep in mind the following when playing or working outdoors:

  • Before letting children climb trees, do a thorough inspection to ensure no electric lines are nearby.
  • Keep children away from fenced in electrical substations and other equipment, such as pad-mount transformers, with posted warning signs.
  • Never let children fly kites, motorized airplanes or drones near power lines. While kites almost always use cotton string, wet cotton string can conduct electricity almost as well as metal string. If a kite gets stuck in a tree, check first to make sure no power lines are nearby before retrieving it. If a kite is tangled in a power line call one of our toll-free customer service numbers.
  • Properly secure Mylar balloons when outside. Because they have a metallic-based coating, these balloons conduct electricity and can cause outages if they fly into power lines.
  • If you have electrical connections near a pool, boat dock or other areas in close proximity to water, be sure to have the equipment and connections inspected annually by a qualified electrician to help ensure safe operations.
  • When hauling a boat, make sure it clears overhead power lines and stay away from power lines when sailing.
  • Don't shoot at or otherwise damage insulators on utility poles. This is very dangerous and against the law. Insulators keep electricity from traveling down the pole. If an insulator is broken off or damaged, anyone coming in contact with the pole could be injured.

Other FirstEnergy summer safety tips are available at:  www.firstenergycorp.com/safety.

In addition, if summer storms result in downed wires it is important to avoid the area and immediately call FirstEnergy.  If you see a downed power line, always assume it is live and dangerous and follow these steps.  Report downed power lines immediately by calling 1-888-LIGHTSS (888-544-4877).  Extra caution should be exercised in areas where downed wires may be tangled in downed tree branches or other debris.

Guidelines for Working Outside and Operating Power Tools

  • When using a ladder, or going up on roofs or elevated outdoor balconies, stay clear of nearby electric lines.
  • Know where power lines are when using pool skimmers, pole-mounted tree trimmers or other tools with long handles.
  • When using outdoor electrical appliances such as hedge trimmers or edgers, wear sturdy, rubber-soled shoes or boots. Never go barefoot.
  • Never use electric tools or mowers in wet areas.
  • Read the tool's instructions, especially all safety warnings, before use.
  • Plug the cord into a three-prong outlet on a three-conductor circuit. This provides the added safety of the neutral-to-ground connection provided by the third wire.
  • Inspect the tool after each use, and keep it in good working order. Replace or repair worn or defective equipment immediately.
  • Never use a power tool around flammable liquids such as gasoline or solvents.
  • Keep the work area clean of sawdust, shavings or anything else that could pose a fire hazard.
  • Customers serviced by underground power lines should be aware of landscaping clearance and other guidelines before working around our equipment.
  • Special care should be given when working with outdoor lighting to prevent injury or potential hazards, especially in wet conditions. All outdoor outlets, lighting fixtures and bulbs should be weatherproof and protected by ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) breakers.
  • Don't forget to turn off outdoor circuits before replacing bulbs or adjusting outdoor lighting.

Guidelines for Extension Cords

  • When using power tools outdoors, use a heavy-duty, weather resistant extension cord.
  • Check extension cords occasionally for signs of wear or damage. Replace damaged cords promptly.
  • Avoid using extension cords whenever possible. But if needed, use the right size cord for the job. Do not exceed the cord's recommended rating.
  • Do not string a series of extension cords together.
  • Never use an extension cord as a permanent substitute for adequate, safe wiring.
  • Unplug a cord from a wall outlet when not in use. When unplugging a cord, pull on the plug not the cord.

"Electricity allows our customers to enjoy many activities, but it is important to remember that there are any number of summertime activities that can present unexpected hazards near utility lines," said David J. Karafa, vice president of distribution support for FirstEnergy.  "Knowing where our equipment is and taking steps to avoid contacting it is the best way to prevent mishaps."

FirstEnergy also has safety tips for contractors available at: https://www.firstenergycorp.com/help/safety/working/contractors.html

For updated company information, including safety and hot weather tips, go visit the 24/7 Power Center www.firstenergycorp.com/outages.  The utility companies also will provide updates via Twitter:

  • Ohio Edison: @OhioEdison
  • The Illuminating Company: @IlluminatingCo
  • Toledo Edison: @ToledoEdison
  • Mon Power: @MonPowerWV
  • JCP&L: @JCP_L
  • Penn Power: @Penn_Power
  • Penelec: @Penelec
  • Met-Ed: @Met_Ed
  • Potomac Edison: @PotomacEdison
  • West Penn Power: @W_Penn_Power

FirstEnergy Corp. is dedicated to safety, reliability and operational excellence.  Its 10 electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving customers in Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, Maryland and New York.  The company's transmission subsidiaries operate more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions.  Follow FirstEnergy on Twitter @FirstEnergyCorp or online at www.firstenergycorp.com.

SOURCE FirstEnergy Corp.

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