Articles from Electrical Safety Foundation International

Common home heating devices like space heaters cause hundreds of deaths each year.

Severe Storms Pose Unique Electrical Hazards to Both Homes and Businesses

Three-prong screw-in adapters, outlet tighteners, and screw-in ceiling fans can all put consumers at risk

Learn How to Safely Use Rechargeable Devices and How to Spot Warning Signs

ARLINGTON, Va., May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) celebrates National Electrical Safety Month (NESM) throughout May, ESFI also applauds the efforts of the McElhattan Foundation through their Zero Electrocution Challenge. This challenge “seeks breakthrough solutions to eliminate life-threatening tasks that lead to fatal electrocution on the job, while increasing enterprise profitability and productivity.” Given the strong alignment on goals to eliminate workplace electrical injuries and deaths, ESFI is proud to work with the McElhattan Foundation to spotlight this extraordinary opportunity. The challenge will award two winners up to $1 million each.

The National Campaign Will Focus on Key Issues Related to Electrification

ESFI’s Analysis Shows 150 Annual Electrical Deaths in the Workplace

The Two Organizations Seek to Raise Awareness and Increase Collection by Showing Communities How Old Devices Can Become Tomorrow’s Tech

Natural Disasters Pose Unique Electrical Safety Risks

ESFI Takes On the Leading Causes of Electrical Fatalities During National Electrical Safety Month

Lithium-ion Batteries Can Pose Risk If Used Incorrectly

ESFI’s Analysis Shows 150 Annual Electricity Deaths in the Workplace

May is National Electrical Safety Month, and the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is launching its annual effort to help reduce electrically related fatalities, injuries, and property loss. To kick off the campaign, ESFI is releasing this year’s materials, which explain how the rapid advancements in emerging technology, most notably electric vehicles, require further electrification and safe, efficient devices that can support this increased energy demand.

The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) and The National Electrical Manufacturers Association’s (NEMA) Low Voltage Surge Protective Devices Section (BI-VS) present a free webinar, Surge Protective Devices: Protecting Businesses and Homes. The webinar explains what power surges are, why they happen, and how to prevent them from damaging sensitive electronics in your home and business.

May is National Electrical Safety Month, and the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is launching its annual effort to help reduce electrically-related fatalities, injuries, and property loss. To kick off the campaign, ESFI is releasing this year’s materials, which examine how emerging technology can provide energy resilience to homes and businesses.

The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is providing safety tips to prevent household fires and accidents caused by improper heating, cooking, and holiday decorating practices. Statistics show that the incidents of home fires and electrical accidents typically increase during the winter holiday season.

The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is launching its annual campaign in support of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)’s Fire Prevention Week occurring October 3rd through 9th. The campaign urges consumers to prevent fires in their homes by properly installing smoke alarms and engaging in safe cooking practices. These simple measures can save your life and the lives of your loved ones.

The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) and National Electrical Manufacturers Association’s (NEMA) Low Voltage Surge Protective Devices Section (BI-VS) recently surveyed commercial and industrial facility professionals, including managers, owners, building engineers, heads of maintenance, and related occupations. These professionals provided insights regarding power surge incidences, misconceptions, and the usage of surge protective devices in their facilities. Most interestingly, transient overvoltage events, more commonly referred to as surges, were cited as the third leading cause of downtime.