The conference allows SWESE members to gather and discuss safety tips and best practices within the industry. “As the largest…
https://www.pec.coop/news/2019/pec-hosts-131st-southwest-electric-safety-exchange-conference-in-san-antonio/During a storm practice these rules for indoor storm safety. Avoid using landlines and plugged-in electronics. Cell phones are safe…
https://www.pec.coop/news/2019/indoor-lightning-safey/The scammer was able to mimic our 888 phone number, so the call appeared to come from the main PEC…
https://www.pec.coop/news/2019/scam-alert/Bathrooms Water and electricity don’t mix. Ground fault circuity interrupter (GFCI) outlets can protect you from electric shock. Test these…
https://www.pec.coop/news/2019/protect-your-home-sweet-home/External surges An external power surge occurs when the power supply to your home is flooded with more voltage than…
https://www.pec.coop/news/2019/protect-your-electronics-from-power-surges/Flickers and blinks If your power flickers without going all the way out — don’t worry. Typically, this occurs because…
https://www.pec.coop/news/2019/lights-out-know-the-types-and-causes-of-power-outages/Create an emergency kit Don’t wait until it’s too late — anticipate storms and be ready. Gather basic necessities to…
https://www.pec.coop/news/2019/stay-ahead-of-the-storm/April’s Texas Co-op Power magazine will include PEC pages with child-focused electrical safety tips, a coloring sheet, and a safety…
https://www.pec.coop/news/2019/little-ones-in-your-life-heres-how-to-talk-with-them-about-electrical-safety/Planting trees When tree limbs touch power lines, there’s increased risk of fire, electrical outages, or even death from electric…
https://www.pec.coop/news/2019/stay-safe-during-spring-planting/That afternoon, PEC member relations agents received nearly 50 scam reports. According to members, scammers requested payments be made to…
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