SCE | Safety in the Summer
As temperatures heat up and summer is in full swing, safety is of the upmost importance to our communities. SCE recently released some helpful tips on how to best stay prepared and safe around the water this summer! Check them out below:
“Safety begins with an annual electrical inspection of your pool, hot tub or spa and all their working parts to ensure that life-saving devices like ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCIs) and all grounding and bonding systems are functioning correctly to prevent hidden electrical hazards”
“Some of the biggest threats, especially in older pools, are faulty underwater lighting, power systems that are not well-grounded or bonded, damaged wiring and faulty or nonexistent GFCIs — which should be on lighting, circuits, pumps and heaters — as well as all outlets within 20 feet of the water’s edge to prevent shocks.”
Lights should never be strung above or near swimming pools, and electronic appliances and devices are strongly discouraged around pools and hot tubs — always being kept at least 20 to 30 feet away from the water’s edge.
Power switches should be labeled so they can be turned off quickly in an emergency.
When possible, use battery-operated appliances and devices near pools.
If you want to see the full list of pool safety items, please click here https://energized.edison.com/stories/the-biggest-splash-is-a-safe-swimming-pool