Lifetime of Safety - April 2007

Lifetime of Safety

At Oncor, electrical safety has been a top priority over many lifetimes. Ever since we began delivering power to Texans more than a century ago, we have practiced safety awareness and recognized its importance in the life of everyone we serve. When it comes to the need for electrical safety, no one is exempt. That is why our Lifetime of Safety messages will cover Texans of all ages and for every season of the year. We are privileged to pass along our decades of experience through the Lifetime of Safety program.

Stay Away From Power Lines When Flying Kites

Ben Franklin was lucky. His famous kite flight during a thunderstorm could have been deadly. Ben is a well-known example of the first rule of kite flying: Park your kite during thunderstorms.

Now that warm weather is here, more children are playing outside. Oncor’s Lifetime of Safety program for April promotes awareness of outdoor electric safety. In honor of National Kite Month in April, Oncor has some special safety suggestions for playing it safe while enjoying this fun, family activity.

Kite safety:

  • Adults should supervise children flying kites
  • Never fly kites near power lines or during thunderstorms
  • If the kite approaches a power line, release the string immediately
  • Do not attempt to retrieve a kite in a power line; notify an adult
  • Never use metallic string as kite string
  • Never use metal rods or other metal parts when building kites

Other outdoor tips for children:

  • Pad-mount transformers, areas around substations, utility poles or other electric equipment are off-limits to children. Obey warning signs such as "Danger," "High Voltage" or "Keep out"
  • Never carry fishing poles, flagpoles, ladders or anything tall in an upright position near power lines. If an object starts to fall into an overhead line, let it go!
  • Never touch or approach a downed power line. Report the hazard to an adult immediately
  • Do not climb fences or trees that are close to power lines
  • Visit “Kid’s Corner.” It features life-saving safety tips and games for kids. Go to www.txuelectricdelivery.com/kids for more information on the Lifetime of Safety campaign and staying safe around electricity.

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