BE POWERFULLY PROACTIVE FOR National Electrical Safety Month Be wise with Observe your Careful with GFCIS outlets your cords If you have an older home, it may not be equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIS) so get some! These are a vital safety tool for rooms with water sources, like kitchens and bathrooms. A GFCI acts as a split- If your outlets are warm to the touch, trouble could be around the corner. Heat Did you know extension cords have different ratings? Some are only rated for indoor use and could mean that the load is too high, the wiring is melting or the electrical work isn't up to code. Also be mindful of how your plugs are fitting- if they feel loose, you may need an outlet replacement. Call an electrician to help. can cause dangerous issues if they are used outside in the elements. If you are using an outdoors- rated extension cord, also second circuit breaker to be sure that the electrical shut off electricity fast in case of a ground fault. source is protected from the weather. Beltrami Electric Cooperative Inc. 4111 Technology Dr NW, Bemidji, MN 56601 218.444.2540 | 800.955.6083 www.beltramielectric.com Your Touchetone Energy" Cooperazive BE POWERFULLY PROACTIVE FOR National Electrical Safety Month Be wise with Observe your Careful with GFCIS outlets your cords If you have an older home, it may not be equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIS) so get some! These are a vital safety tool for rooms with water sources, like kitchens and bathrooms. A GFCI acts as a split- If your outlets are warm to the touch, trouble could be around the corner. Heat Did you know extension cords have different ratings? Some are only rated for indoor use and could mean that the load is too high, the wiring is melting or the electrical work isn't up to code. Also be mindful of how your plugs are fitting- if they feel loose, you may need an outlet replacement. Call an electrician to help. can cause dangerous issues if they are used outside in the elements. If you are using an outdoors- rated extension cord, also second circuit breaker to be sure that the electrical shut off electricity fast in case of a ground fault. source is protected from the weather. Beltrami Electric Cooperative Inc. 4111 Technology Dr NW, Bemidji, MN 56601 218.444.2540 | 800.955.6083 www.beltramielectric.com Your Touchetone Energy" Cooperazive