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The HRAI National Capital Chapter is hosting a dinner meeting on Tuesday, September 10 from 6-8pm!
Joining us is Shawn Martel from
@homeandsafety
(ESA) and our Key Account Manager Scott Papp. All things ESA and HRAI will be discussed.
Thanks to
#AMO2024
organizers for another fantastic trade show! ESA was there promoting Continuous Safety Services, Training and safety information for municipal officials. Thx to Minister
@ToddJMcCarthy
for stopping by!
Watch out for downed powerlines in storm-affected areas. If you see one, stay back the length of a school bus (10 metres), call 9-1-1 and the local electric utility.
#onstorm
Curious about knob & tube wiring? Then tune in to the latest Grounded in Ontario podcast! We discuss knob & tube wiring and the safest approaches for Licensed Electrical Contractors to maintain this wiring. Keep up to date and listen now:
The latest Grounded in Ontario episode discusses knob & tube wiring.
#DYK
knob & tube wiring is safe if it's properly installed and maintained by a Licensed Electrical Contractor? Learn about best practices, proper maintenance and more. Listen now:
Are you a Licensed Electrical Contractor who likes to stay up to date? Tune in to the latest episode of our Grounded in Ontario podcast. We talk about the best practices for knob & tube wiring to ensure safety and Code compliance. Hear the podcast:
Proud to share our award-winning campaign, created in collaboration with
@homeandsafety
!
We tackled the rise of unlicensed electrical contractors putting Ontarians at risk. Our “Don’t Risk It” campaign, mixing humour with a serious message.⚡🔌
ESA is serious about electrical safety which means investigating those who put the public at risk. An
#unlicensed
#Ottawa
Electrician & his Company were found guilty of offences under the Electricity Act & ordered to pay a total fine of $32,500.
#Recall
: VARMFRONT Power Banks (M5200mAh and 10400 mAh) recalled due to potential fire hazard.
Immediately stop using the recalled product and return for a refund or replacement to IKEA.
For more details, visit
#FireHazard
#FireSafety
#PowerBank
Plug in safely! Some tasks outside our home can bring us close to powerlines & electrical hazards. Check out ESA’s safety tips when plugging in outdoors:
DO NOT enter your basement if water has risen above electrical outlets, baseboard heaters, furnace or electrical panel . Wait until the local electric utility disconnects the power. Learn more:
#onwx
#ONstorm
#Flooding
Remember: water and electricity don't mix! Heavy rain can lead to localized flooding. Follow these important flood safety tips and stay safe 👉
#onstorm
#onwx
#flooding
Watch out for downed powerlines in flood-affected areas. If you see one, stay back the length of a school bus (10 metres), call 9-1-1 and the local electric utility. More
#Flood
safety tips:
#onstorm