Safety Moment

Electrical work for me has always been something that is close to magic. Sure I understand the basics of how electricity works and how to wire up a lamp or redo a fixture in the home, but when it comes to industrial safety and any form of larger project I always acknowledge that I am a bit out of my depth.

We all tend to think that our homes are not only our castles but our safe havens from the outside world. But it turns out we might not be as safe as we think. According to the Home Safety Council (HSC), home-related injuries cause nearly 20,000 deaths and 21 million medical visits each year.

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