May 27, 2010 // Franchising.com // Mr. Electric is teaming up with the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) to promote the importance of electrical safety during National Electrical Safety Month this May by increasing awareness of important safety issues.
"Electrical hazards cause more than 300 electrocutions and 4,000 injuries in the workplace each year, disrupting lives and impacting the productivity of companies," said Mr. Electric president Jeff Meyers. While electrical hazards are not the leading cause of on-the-job injuries, accidents, and fatalities, they are disproportionately fatal and costly.
May is National Electrical Safety Month, and a great opportunity to increase workforce knowledge of electrical safety issues.
No matter where you are working – whether it's at a large manufacturing plant or on a small installation, the following guidelines serve as a helpful reminder of basic electrical safety practices:
Established in 1994, Mr. Electric is a global franchise organization providing electrical installation and repair services. Recognized by Entrepreneur magazine among its "Franchise 500," Mr. Electric franchisees provide these services to both residential and commercial customers at over 200 locations worldwide. Mr. Electric is a subsidiary of The Dwyer Group, Inc. © 2010 Mr. Electric Corp.
The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is dedicated exclusively to promoting electrical safety in the home and the workplace. ESFI proudly sponsors National Electrical Safety Month each May, and engages in public education campaigns throughout the year to prevent electrical fires, injuries, and fatalities. For more information about ESFI and National
Established in 1994, Mr. Electric is the leading expert in electrical installation and repair services known for its consistent, superior service in the United States and Canada.