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With autumn yard cleanup and tree trimming chores in full swing, Atlantic City Electric urges customers to remember that electricity is a powerful and potentially deadly force and to take appropriate safety measures.
Avoid power lines when carrying long or tall items, such as ladders, scaffolding and tree saws. Hold them parallel to the ground and be sure to look up before raising them to check that they're clear of any overhead wires.
Touching a power line with any part of your body or most objects can result in serious injury or death. Electricity can move through conductive materials such as water, metal, wood, aluminum, strings and plastics.
When trimming branches, check for power lines in or near trees before using a ladder or scaffolding. Certain critical clearances are required by law, and a minimum of 10 feet must be maintained when working below or adjacent to power lines.
"Atlantic City Electric is committed to delivering safe and reliable power," said Vince Maione, Atlantic City Electric region president. "That's why we are asking customers to be mindful of safety practices when working with or around electricity and when using a portable generator."
As the weather gets colder, customers may have the need to use a portable generator from time to time. It is critical that generators are installed and operated safely. Installing and operating a generator in an unsafe manner can cause injury and even death. Please follow the below safety tips for generator use:
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