<!DOCTYPE html>

<html lang="en">
<head>
	<meta charset="utf-8" />
	<meta name="viewport" content="width=1102" />

	
	<title itemprop='name'>ESFI: Portable Generator Safety - Generate Safety </title>

	<meta name="description" content="Before use, learn about the potential dangers associated with portable generators, such as their production of carbon monoxide (CO). Follow these tips to generate power AND safety when using a generator" />

	<meta name="keywords" content="" />


	<link rel="stylesheet" href="/assets/css/default.css" />
	<script src="/assets/js/jquery/jquery-1.9.1.min.js"></script>
	<script src="/assets/js/gfplatform/gfBase.js"></script>
	<script src="/assets/js/jquery/plugins/jquery.imagesloaded.min.js"></script>
	<script src="/assets/js/desktop.js"></script>

	<link rel="icon" type="image/ico" href="/assets/images/favicon.ico" />

		<script>
		var switchTo5x=true;
		(function() {
		  var st = document.createElement('script'); st.type = 'text/javascript'; st.async = true;
		  st.onload = function () {
			stLight.options({
				publisher: "92a593bc-49c4-42ec-9185-08b99424e8ea",
				doNotHash: true,
				doNotCopy: false,
				hashAddressBar: false
			});
		  }
		  st.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ws' : 'http://w') + '.sharethis.com/button/buttons.js';
		  var s = document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0].appendChild(st);
		})();
		</script>
	
		<script type="text/javascript" src="/assets/js/validation-1.0.0//jquery.validation.js"></script>
		
		<script type="text/javascript" src="/assets/js/validation-1.0.0//BasicValidationHandler.js"></script>
		
		<script type="text/javascript">
		//<![CDATA[
		var newsletterFormValidator = null;
		jQuery(document).ready(function () {
			newsletterFormValidator = new validation.Validation("newsletterForm");
			jQuery("#newsletterForm").bind("submit", function(event) {
				newsletterFormValidator.onFormSubmit(event);
			});
			newsletterFormValidator.addRule("newsletterForm_email", true, "email", "A valid email is required.", "", true, null);
		});
		//]]>
		</script>
		</head>
<body>
	<header class="Header">
		<div class="Viewport">
			
			<a href="/" class="Logo">
				<img src="/assets/images/esfi-logo.png" alt="Electrical Safety Foundation International" />
			</a>

			
			<div class="Utility">
				



				<ul class="Nav Utility-Nav">
					
						<li class="Nav-Item ">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="/about-us">
								<span class="Nav-Title">About Us</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item ">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="/news">
								<span class="Nav-Title">News</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item ">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="/supportesfi">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Support ESFI</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item ">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="/store">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Store</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item ">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="/contact-us">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Contact Us</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
				</ul>
			



				<ul class="Nav Social-Nav">
					
						<li class="Nav-Item Facebook">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="https://www.facebook.com/ESFI.org" target="_blank">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Facebook</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item Twitter">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="https://twitter.com/ESFIdotorg" target="_blank">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Twitter</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item Youtube">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="https://www.youtube.com/user/esfidotorg" target="_blank">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Youtube</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item LinkedIn">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/558931?trk=vsrp_companies_res_name&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%3A1190265221419359495607%2CVSRPtargetId%3A558931%2CVSRPcmpt%3Aprimary" target="_blank">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Linked In</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
				</ul>
			
	<div class="Form-Wrapper ">
		
		<form method="get" action="/search" class="Search-Form Form">
			

			<input type="text" value="" name="searchString" class="Input " placeholder="Search" alt="Search" />

			
			
				<button type="submit" name="submit" class="Button Submit">
					<span class="Icon Icon-Search Button-Text">
						Search
					</span>
				</button>
			
		</form>
	</div>

			</div>
		</div>
	</header>

	
	<nav class="Main-Nav Nav Clear">
	<ul class="Nav Tier2">

		

			<li class="Nav-Item Nav-Drop HomeSafety">
				<a href="/home-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier2-Title">Home Safety</a>

				
				<div class="Nav-Content Clear">
					<div class="Column One">
						
						<ul class="Sub-Nav Tier3">
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/electrical-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Electrical Safety</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/fire-prevention" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Fire Prevention</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/home-safety-devices" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Home Safety Devices</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/your-home-electrical-system" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Your Home Electrical System</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/disaster-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Disaster Safety</a></li>
							
						</ul>
						
					</div>
					<div class="Column Two Featured-Content">
						
							<div class="Promo Clear"><p><span style="font-size:16px"><strong>Bring Electrical Safety Home</strong></span></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Protect your home and family from electrical hazards and fires.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
</div>
						
					</div>
				</div>
				
			</li>
		

			<li class="Nav-Item Nav-Drop WorkplaceSafety">
				<a href="/workplace-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier2-Title">Workplace Safety</a>

				
				<div class="Nav-Content Clear">
					<div class="Column One">
						
						<ul class="Sub-Nav Tier3">
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/industry-codes-and-regulations" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Industry Codes & Regulations</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/standards-and-best-practices" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Standards & Best Practices</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/workplace-injury-and-fatality-statistics" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Workplace Injury & Fatality Statistics</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/electrical-safety-self-assessment" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Electrical Safety Self-Assessment</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/overhead-power-line-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Overhead Power Line Safety</a></li>
							
						</ul>
						
					</div>
					<div class="Column Two Featured-Content">
						
							<div class="Promo Clear"><p><strong><span style="font-size:16px">Make Electrical Safety a Business Priority</span></strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Safe work practices are vital to everyone in your business.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
</div>
						
					</div>
				</div>
				
			</li>
		

			<li class="Nav-Item Nav-Drop SeasonalSafety">
				<a href="/seasonal-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier2-Title">Seasonal Safety</a>

				
				<div class="Nav-Content Clear">
					<div class="Column One">
						
						<ul class="Sub-Nav Tier3">
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/winter-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Winter Safety</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/spring-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Spring Safety</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/summer-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Summer Safety</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/fall-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Fall Safety</a></li>
							
						</ul>
						
					</div>
					<div class="Column Two Featured-Content">
						
							<div class="Promo Clear"><p><strong>Four Seasons of Safety</strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Resources to keep your family and home safe throughout the year.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
</div>
						
					</div>
				</div>
				
			</li>
		

			<li class="Nav-Item Nav-Drop KidsSafety">
				<a href="/kids-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier2-Title">Kids Safety</a>

				
				<div class="Nav-Content Clear">
					<div class="Column One">
						
						<ul class="Sub-Nav Tier3">
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/be-smart-about-fire-and-electrical-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Be Smart About Fire & Electrical Safety</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/esfis-approach-to-electrical-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">ESFI's Approach to Electrical Safety</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/elementary-educational-resources" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Elementary Educational Resources</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/four-seasons-of-safety" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Four Seasons of Safety</a></li>
							
						</ul>
						
					</div>
					<div class="Column Two Featured-Content">
						
							<div class="Promo Clear"><p><strong><span style="font-size:16px">Elementary Education Resources</span></strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Curiosity is a natural part of childhood learning, but it can be extremely dangerous when it comes to electricity.</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
</div>
						
					</div>
				</div>
				
			</li>
		

			<li class="Nav-Item Nav-Drop ProgramsInitiatives">
				<a href="/programs-and-initiatives" class="Nav-Link Tier2-Title">Programs and Initiatives</a>

				
				<div class="Nav-Content Clear">
					<div class="Column One">
						
						<ul class="Sub-Nav Tier3">
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/program/ground-fault-circuit-interrupters-613" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters </a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/program/surge-protection-devices-626" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Surge Protection Devices</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/program/holiday-safety-50" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Holiday Safety</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/program/fire-prevention-483" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Fire Prevention </a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/program/national-electrical-safety-month-314" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">National Electrical Safety Month</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/program/tamper-resistant-receptacles-trrs-205" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Tamper Resistant Receptacles (TRRs)</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/program/arc-fault-circuit-interrupters-afcis-189" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs)</a></li>
							
								<li class="Nav-Item NoChildren"><a href="/program/zero-tolerance-for-counterfeits-294" class="Nav-Link Tier3-Title">Zero Tolerance for Counterfeits</a></li>
							
						</ul>
						
					</div>
					<div class="Column Two Featured-Content">
						
							<div class="Promo Clear"><p><strong>ESFI&#39;s Programs and Initiatives</strong></p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Get the latest information on National Electrical Safety Month, Fire Prevention Week and more!</p>

<p>&nbsp;</p>
</div>
						
					</div>
				</div>
				
			</li>
		

			<li class="Nav-Item Nav-Drop ResourceLibrary Active">
				<a href="/resource-library" class="Nav-Link Tier2-Title">Resource Library</a>

				
			</li>
		

	</ul>
</nav> 

	<div class="Content">
		

	<div class="TwoColumn Body-Related Clear">
        <div class="Column One">
			
	<div class="Resource Detail">
		
		<h1 class="Page-Title">Portable Generator Safety - Generate Safety </h1>

		

		<div class="Detail-Info">
			

			
			<span class="Property Property-Date">
				<span class="Label">Posted</span>
				<time class="Date">06.29.2015</time>
			</span>

			
				<span class="Property Property-Type">
					<span class="Label">in</span>
					
						<a href="/resource-library?type=homeSafety">Home Safety</a> 
				</span>
			
		<div class="ShareThis">
			
							<span
								class="st_facebook_large"
								displayText="Facebook"
								
							>
							</span>
						
							<span
								class="st_twitter_large"
								displayText="Tweet"
								
							>
							</span>
						
							<span
								class="st_linkedin_large"
								displayText="LinkedIn"
								
							>
							</span>
						
							<span
								class="st_pinterest_large"
								displayText="Pinterest"
								
							>
							</span>
						
							<span
								class="st_googleplus_large"
								displayText="Google +"
								
							>
							</span>
						
							<span
								class="st_email_large"
								displayText="Email"
								
							>
							</span>
						
							<span
								class="st_sharethis_large"
								displayText="ShareThis"
								
							>
							</span>
						
		</div>
	

			
			<div class="Body">
				<p><a href="http://files.esfi.org/file/Portable-Generator-Safety-Generate-Safety-.pdf"><img alt="Portable Generator Safety - Generate Safety " src="//images.esfi.org/Portable-Generator-Safety-Generate-Safety.jpg?q100" style="width: 600px; height: 776px;" /></a></p>

<p>Before use, learn about the potential dangers associated with portable generators, such as their production of carbon monoxide (CO). CO is an odorless, colorless, and tasteless poisonous gas that is called the &ldquo;silent killer&rdquo; because it is virtually undetectable without the use of technology like CO alarms. Follow these tips to generate power AND safety when using a generator.</p>

<h2><strong>By The Numbers:</strong></h2>

<ul>
	<li>African Americans accounted for 23% of fatalities, which is nearly <strong>DOUBLE </strong>their proportion of the U.S. population</li>
	<li>Storms account for many of the fatalities associated with generator use, with <strong>ICE/SNOW</strong> storms accounting for 46%. Hurricanes accounted for 29%</li>
	<li>67% for the fatalities occurred when a generator was placed in the living area or <strong>BASEMENT </strong>of the home</li>
	<li>26% of fatalities occurred when a generator was used inside an attached <strong>GARAGE </strong>or shed</li>
	<li>Between 1992 and 2012 nearly 80% of the 931 CO deaths were associated with generators</li>
	<li>50% of generator related deaths occurred during November &ndash; February</li>
	<li>30% occurred during March &ndash; April &amp; September &ndash; October</li>
	<li>20% occurred during other months</li>
</ul>

<h2>Tips for the Proper Installation and use of Generators:</h2>

<ul>
	<li><strong>NEVER </strong>operate a generator <strong>INSIDE </strong>your home or in other enclosed or partially-enclosed spaces, including <strong>GARAGES</strong></li>
	<li>A generator is a <strong>TEMPORARY </strong>power source and should never be used as a permanent solution</li>
	<li><strong>NEVER </strong>connect generators directly to household wiring without first installing a <strong>TRANSFER SWITCH</strong>. This prevents <a href="http://www.esfi.org/resource/don-t-shock-the-neighborhood-524">backfeeding</a> which could electrocute utility workers making repairs</li>
	<li>Make sure your generator is properly grounded and used with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI)</li>
	<li>Use only extension cords that have a <strong>THREE-PRONGED</strong> plug and are rated for the intended load</li>
	<li>Your home generator should be installed by a<strong> QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN</strong> and bear the mark of a nationally recognized testing laboratory, such as UL, Intertek, or CSA</li>
	<li>Install battery-operated <strong>CO ALARMS</strong> or plug-in CO alarms with a battery backup&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Do <strong>NOT OVERLOAD</strong> the generator</li>
	<li>The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends generators be positioned at least <strong>20 FEET</strong> from doors, windows, and vents to prevent CO from entering the home</li>
</ul>

<h4>*Data from &ldquo;incidents, Deaths, and In-Depth Investigations Associated with Non-Fire Carbon Monoxide from Engine-Driven Generators and Other Engine-Driven Tools, 1999-2012&rdquo;; U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, August 2013.</h4>

			</div>

			
			<div class="Clear">
				
		<div class="Tags ">
			

			<ul class="Tag Listing ">
				
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Disaster Safety">Disaster Safety</a><span class="Tag-Delimiter">,</span></li>
					
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Portable Generator">Portable Generator</a><span class="Tag-Delimiter">,</span></li>
					
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Severe Weather">Severe Weather</a></li>
					
			</ul>
		</div>
	
			</div>

			
			
				<div class="Clear">
					
		<a href="http://files.esfi.org/file/Portable-Generator-Safety-Generate-Safety-.pdf" class="Download pdf">
			<span class="DefaultText">Download</span>
			
		</a>
	
				</div>
			
		</div>
	</div>

        </div>

        <aside class="Column Two">
			
		<a href="http://files.esfi.org/file/Portable-Generator-Safety-Generate-Safety-.pdf" class="Download Download-Box pdf">
			<span class="DefaultText">Download</span>
			
		</a>
	
<div class=" Related-Section Section">
	
		<h2 class="Page-Subtitle">Related News &amp; Resources</h1>
	

	<div class="Related Listing">
		

				<article class="Listing-Item Clear" >
					
					
						<a class="Listing-Thumbnail" href="/resource/dont-shock-the-neighborhood-524" target="">
							<img class="Listing-Image" src="//images.esfi.org/Portable-Generator-Backfeed-Safety.jpg?q100-mw160-mh160" alt="Don't Shock the Neighborhood " />
						</a>
					

					<div class="Listing-Info Has-Thumbnail">
						
						<a class="Listing-Title Listing-Link" href="/resource/dont-shock-the-neighborhood-524" target="">Don't Shock the Neighborhood </a>

						
						

							<time class="Date">07.29.2015</time>
						
							<span class="Property Property-Type"><a href="/resource-library?type=homeSafety">Home Safety</a></span><span class="Property-Delimiter">,</span> <div class="Tags ">
			

			<ul class="Tag Listing ">
				
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Disaster Safety">Disaster Safety</a><span class="Tag-Delimiter">,</span></li>
					
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Portable Generator">Portable Generator</a><span class="Tag-Delimiter">,</span></li>
					
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Severe Weather">Severe Weather</a></li>
					
			</ul>
		</div>

						
						<p class="Abstract">Transfer switches isolate utility power and generator power to prevent backfeeding, which can be deadly. Backfeed can follow wires and harm those nearby, including utility workers making repairs. Transfer... <a href="/resource/dont-shock-the-neighborhood-524" target="" class="Listing-Link Read-More">Read More</a></p>

						
						
		<a href="http://files.esfi.org/file/Portable-Generator-Backfeed-Safety-0DD9.pdf" class="Download Listing-Download pdf">
			<span class="DefaultText"></span>
			
		</a>
	
					</div>
				</article>

				

				<article class="Listing-Item Clear" >
					
					
						<a class="Listing-Thumbnail" href="/resource/lightning-safety-safety-enlightenment-518" target="">
							<img class="Listing-Image" src="//images.esfi.org/Safety-Enlightenment-Lightning-Safety.jpg?mw160-mh160" alt="Lightning Safety - Safety Enlightenment" />
						</a>
					

					<div class="Listing-Info Has-Thumbnail">
						
						<a class="Listing-Title Listing-Link" href="/resource/lightning-safety-safety-enlightenment-518" target="">Lightning Safety - Safety Enlightenment</a>

						
						

							<time class="Date">06.18.2015</time>
						
							<span class="Property Property-Type"><a href="/resource-library?type=homeSafety">Home Safety</a></span><span class="Property-Delimiter">,</span> <div class="Tags ">
			

			<ul class="Tag Listing ">
				
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Disaster Safety">Disaster Safety</a><span class="Tag-Delimiter">,</span></li>
					
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Severe Weather">Severe Weather</a><span class="Tag-Delimiter">,</span></li>
					
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Surge">Surge</a><span class="Tag-Delimiter">,</span></li>
					
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Surge Protection">Surge Protection</a></li>
					
			</ul>
		</div>

						
						<p class="Abstract">Lightning kills an average of 51 victims a year. Your best protection is to go inside as soon as you hear thunder. Even indoors, dangers are still present. Learn the frightening facts and protect your... <a href="/resource/lightning-safety-safety-enlightenment-518" target="" class="Listing-Link Read-More">Read More</a></p>

						
						
		<a href="http://files.esfi.org/file/Safety-Enlightenment-Lightning-Safety-2444.pdf" class="Download Listing-Download pdf">
			<span class="DefaultText"></span>
			
		</a>
	
					</div>
				</article>

				

				<article class="Listing-Item Clear" >
					
					
						<a class="Listing-Thumbnail" href="/resource/flood-safety-high-water-high-stakes-517" target="">
							<img class="Listing-Image" src="//images.esfi.org/Flood-Safety-High-Water-High-Stakes.jpg?q100-mw160-mh160" alt="Flood Safety: High Water, High Stakes" />
						</a>
					

					<div class="Listing-Info Has-Thumbnail">
						
						<a class="Listing-Title Listing-Link" href="/resource/flood-safety-high-water-high-stakes-517" target="">Flood Safety: High Water, High Stakes</a>

						
						

							<time class="Date">06.12.2015</time>
						
							<span class="Property Property-Type"><a href="/resource-library?type=homeSafety">Home Safety</a></span><span class="Property-Delimiter">,</span> <div class="Tags ">
			

			<ul class="Tag Listing ">
				
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Disaster Safety">Disaster Safety</a><span class="Tag-Delimiter">,</span></li>
					
					<li class="Tag-Item"><a class="Tag-Link" href="/resource-library?searchString=Severe Weather">Severe Weather</a></li>
					
			</ul>
		</div>

						
						<p class="Abstract">Flooding can occur anywhere, but water and electricity don’t mix. Because electrical hazards may linger after flood waters recede, it’s important to take precautions before, during, and after flooding... <a href="/resource/flood-safety-high-water-high-stakes-517" target="" class="Listing-Link Read-More">Read More</a></p>

						
						
		<a href="http://files.esfi.org/file/Flood-Safety-High-Water-High-Stakes-0839.pdf" class="Download Listing-Download pdf">
			<span class="DefaultText"></span>
			
		</a>
	
					</div>
				</article>

				
	</div>

	
</div>

        </aside>
    </div>


		<div class="Content-AdditionalContent">
			
		</div>
	</div>


	<footer class="Footer">

		<div class="Section Clear">
			<div class="Viewport">
				<div class="SectionRight">
					
		<div class=" ContentPage">
			
				<div class="Detail Body"><div id="google_translate_element"></div><script type="text/javascript">
function googleTranslateElementInit() {
  new google.translate.TranslateElement({pageLanguage: 'en', gaTrack: true, gaId: 'UA-11121342-2'}, 'google_translate_element');
}
</script><script type="text/javascript" src="//translate.google.com/translate_a/element.js?cb=googleTranslateElementInit"></script>
        </div>
			
		</div>
	
<div class="Newsletter-Signup">
	
		<label>Sign up for our newsletter</label>

		
			<div class="cbox_messagebox_error"  style="display: none;">
				
			</div>
		

		<form action="/resource/portable-generator-safety-generate-safety-520?platform=hootsuite" method="post" id="newsletterForm" name="NewsletterForm">
			<div class="Field">
				<input name="captcha" type="hidden" value="" />
				<input id="newsletterForm_email" name="newsletterForm_email" type="email" class="Input" placeholder="Email Address"  />
				<input type="submit" value="Sign Up" class="Button Submit" />
			</div>
		</form>
		
</div>
				</div>

				<nav class="Footer-Nav Clear">
					



				<ul class="Nav Utility-Nav">
					
						<li class="Nav-Item ">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="/">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Home</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item ">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="/about-us">
								<span class="Nav-Title">About Us</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item ">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="/board-of-directors">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Board of Directors</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item ">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="/contact-us">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Contact Us</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
				</ul>
			



				<ul class="Nav Social-Nav">
					
						<li class="Nav-Item Facebook">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="https://www.facebook.com/ESFI.org" target="_blank">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Facebook</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item Twitter">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="https://twitter.com/ESFIdotorg" target="_blank">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Twitter</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item Youtube">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="https://www.youtube.com/user/esfidotorg" target="_blank">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Youtube</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
						<li class="Nav-Item LinkedIn">
							<a class="Nav-Link " href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/558931?trk=vsrp_companies_res_name&trkInfo=VSRPsearchId%3A1190265221419359495607%2CVSRPtargetId%3A558931%2CVSRPcmpt%3Aprimary" target="_blank">
								<span class="Nav-Title">Linked In</span>
								
							</a>
						</li>
					
				</ul>
			
				</nav>
			</div>
		</div>

		<div class="Section">
			<div class="Viewport">
				<a class="Page-Title" href="/supporters">Our Supporters <span class="ViewAll">View All</span></a>

				
<div class="Clear">
	
	

	<div class="Listing Grid">
	<div class="Listing-Row Clear">

		<article class="Listing-Item">
			
			
					<a class="Listing-Thumbnail" href="http://www.southwire.com/" target="_blank">
						<img class="Listing-Image" src="//images.esfi.org/Southwire-Company-2017.png?mw226-mh150" alt="Southwire Company" />
					</a>
				

			<div class="Listing-Info ">
				
				
					<a class="Listing-Title Listing-Link" href="http://www.southwire.com/" target="_blank">Southwire Company</a>
				

				
				<p class="Abstract"></p>
			</div>
		</article>

		

		<article class="Listing-Item">
			
			
					<a class="Listing-Thumbnail" href="https://www.conney.com/" target="_blank">
						<img class="Listing-Image" src="//images.esfi.org/Conney-Safety-2017.png?mw226-mh150" alt="Conney Safety " />
					</a>
				

			<div class="Listing-Info ">
				
				
					<a class="Listing-Title Listing-Link" href="https://www.conney.com/" target="_blank">Conney Safety </a>
				

				
				<p class="Abstract"></p>
			</div>
		</article>

		

		<article class="Listing-Item">
			
			
					<a class="Listing-Thumbnail" href="http://www.siemens.com/entry/cc/en/" target="_blank">
						<img class="Listing-Image" src="//images.esfi.org/Siemens-2017.png?mw226-mh150" alt="Siemens" />
					</a>
				

			<div class="Listing-Info ">
				
				
					<a class="Listing-Title Listing-Link" href="http://www.siemens.com/entry/cc/en/" target="_blank">Siemens</a>
				

				
				<p class="Abstract"></p>
			</div>
		</article>

		

		<article class="Listing-Item">
			
			
					<a class="Listing-Thumbnail" href="http://www.schneider-electric.com/site/home/index.cfm/ww/" target="_blank">
						<img class="Listing-Image" src="//images.esfi.org/Schneider-Electric-2017.png?mw226-mh150" alt="Schneider Electric" />
					</a>
				

			<div class="Listing-Info ">
				
				
					<a class="Listing-Title Listing-Link" href="http://www.schneider-electric.com/site/home/index.cfm/ww/" target="_blank">Schneider Electric</a>
				

				
				<p class="Abstract"></p>
			</div>
		</article>

		</div> 
	</div>

	
</div>

			</div>
		</div>

		<div class="Section">
			<div class="Viewport">
				<address>
				Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI)<br/>
				1300 17th Street North, Suite 900, Arlington, Virginia 22209
				</address>

				Tel <a href="tel:703-841-3229">703-841-3229</a>
				Fax <a href="tel:703-841-3329">703-841-3329</a>

				<div class="Copyright">&copy; 2018 All Rights Reserved</div>
				<a href="http://www.getfused.com" target="_blank" class="Powered-By-Getfused">Powered by Getfused</a>
			</div>
		</div>
	</footer>

<script>
(function(i,s,o,g,r,a,m){i['GoogleAnalyticsObject']=r;i[r]=i[r]||function(){ (i[r].q=i[r].q||[]).push(arguments)},i[r].l=1*new Date();a=s.createElement(o),
m=s.getElementsByTagName(o)[0];a.async=1;a.src=g;m.parentNode.insertBefore(a,m)
})(window,document,'script','//www.google-analytics.com/analytics.js','ga');
ga('create', 'UA-11121342-2', 'auto');
ga('send', 'pageview');
</script>
</body>
</html>
