Electrical Wiring Safety Check

Background

• One of the most hazardous areas on any farm is electrical wiring.

Tips

• Periodically check all of your farm buildings for potential problems such as bare, loose, and hanging wires.
• Never overload any electrical circuit.
• When installing any new electrical equipment, first check with your local power supplier to make absolutely certain that present wiring is adequate.

Check Your Electrical Wiring

One of the most hazardous areas on any farm is electrical wiring. It is a good idea to check all of your farm buildings for problems such as bare wires. Loose or hanging wires are also a hazard. Never overload any electrical circuit. If you are installing any new electrical equipment, first check with your local power supplier to make absolutely certain your present wiring is adequate.