Outdoor Electrical Safety Tips

Oncor and its employees also share a great concern for safety - specifically YOUR safety. We routinely publish guidelines with tips for the safe use of gas and electricity, especially during extreme weather conditions.

• Stay away from power lines, and all downed lines should be considered dangerous
• If a person or object comes in contact with a power line, don’t touch the person, object or line. Call 911 immediately!
• If your vehicle comes in contact with a power line, stay inside the car, and warn others not to touch the car or the downed line. If you must leave your vehicle, jump clear to avoid being in contact with the car and the ground at the same time
• Don’t climb power poles or towers, or trees near power lines
• Never touch or go near electrical equipment.
• Never fly kites, model airplanes or balloons near power lines
• Never touch electrical cords that are broken or have wire showing
• When working with long metal ladders or tools, stay away from overhead power lines
• Power lines are also underground, so before you dig call 1-800-344-8377. It's the Law!

Kids can learn more abour electrical safety by visiting Oncor's Kids Corner.