Never turn on a light switch or electrical appliance while you are wet or while you are in the bathtub.
Be careful not to leave electrical cords where people might step on them. Wear and tear on the cord can cause it to become unsafe.
Check electrical cords for exposed wiring before plugging anything in. If you see a worn-looking cord, point it out to an adult.
Never put any object other than a plug designed for that purpose into an electrical outlet.
Never touch electrical outlets with your fingers or with any other objects.
In case of an electrical fire at home get out of the house as soon as possible. After you are outside of the house, be sure to call the fire department or 911.
NEVER use water to try and put out an electrical fire - you could be electrocuted.
Be careful while using space heaters, these types of heaters use a lot of electricity and should only be used temporarily. Ask an adult to unplug these heaters when not in use and make sure they do not share another circuit with any other appliance.
Outdoor Safety Tips
Never climb utility poles, transmission towers, or fences around electrical plants or substations (which house equipment that reduces high voltage electricity so it can be used by consumers). If you see other people doing these things, tell an adult you trust right away.
Stay away from areas or buildings marked with signs that read "Danger" or "High Voltage."
Avoid climbing trees located near electrical power lines.
Never touch an outdoor electrical pole or wire that has fallen to the ground.
Stay away from and never touch transformers or substation equipment. They contain high-voltage equipment.
Call 911 if you see a person who has been or is being electrocuted. Do NOT touch the person because they could be carrying the flow of electricity.
Never swim during storms. As soon as you hear thunder or see lightning, get out of the water and tell an adult.
Never throw objects at wires, utility poles or any other electrical utility equipment.
