Do's

• Pull the plug itself, not the cord attached to it.
• Disconnect any appliance that sparks and have it repaired immediately.
• Always disconnect appliances before cleaning them.
• Turn off appliances when you leave home.
• Keep electrical cords away from hot appliances.
• Keep appliances clean and free of dust, lint and grease.
• Use moisture resistant cords when outside.
• Wear rubber soled shoes when operating power tools.
• Follow manufacturers' instructions when operating electrical devices. All electrical devices should carry an Underwriters Laboratory approval tag.
• Make sure outdoor electrical outlets are covered with weatherproof covers.
• Use extension cords only for temporary applications.
• Use heavy duty cords when using power tools.
• Keep work areas clean and dry. Sparks can ignite wood scraps, sawdust and solvents.
• Make sure your power tools are grounded or certified double insulated.
• When utilizing adapters, make sure to screw in the wire for grounding.
• Certain outlets for outdoor appliances or tools should have a ground fault interrupter (G.F.I). This type of circuit breaker, installed in an outlet, protects the user from shock.

Don'ts

• Never turn on an appliance when standing or sitting in water. Shocks can be fatal.
• Never overload a circuit by plugging in too many appliances.
• Plug three-way grounded plugs into appropriate outlets. Never tamper with the third prong.
• Never install cords under rugs where they will become worn by foot traffic.