safety

Practice safety with space heaters and electric blankets

11/01/2011 - 3:51pm

Earlier this year, on a cold January morning, fire officials determined that an electric space heater claimed the lives of 5-year-old and 9-year-old sisters in Grantville, GA in a fire that destroyed the family’s home. Despite repeated search and rescue efforts, smoke and flames from the fire prevented the location and rescue of the two young victims. Officials discovered there were no working smoke detectors in the home. Should a fire start in your home, smoke detectors can save lives, but you...

Farmers urged to be aware of electrical hazards

09/01/2010 - 12:00pm

Tips offered for National Farm Safety and Health Week, September 19-25.

Farmers and farm family members face dangers every day. Although tragedies such as tractor rollovers and grain bin suffocation receive the most attention, electrocution and electrical burn accidents are frequent on farms, according to Dr. Sam Steel, Agricultural Safety Specialist with the National Safety Council.

Local Students Learn About Electricity and Safety at Touchstone Energy Camp

07/01/2010 - 12:59pm

This year 124 students were able to combine education and fun while attending the 2011 Touchstone Energy Camp.

The camp, held June 8-11 at YMCA Camp Tecumseh near Brookston, Ind., provided sixth graders from all around the state a chance to learn about basic electricity, electric safety, renewable energy and the role of an electric cooperative, while still enjoying traditional camp activities including horseback riding, archery, swimming, and leadership skill development.