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Electrical Safety Authority (ESA)

@homeandsafety

Improving electrical safety for the well-being of the people of Ontario. This page is monitored 8:00-4:00 Mon-Fri. Call 1-877-372-7233 for emergencies.

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An orange coverup does not provide protection.  It only makes powerlines more visible. You need to stay 3 metres back. Get too close, and you can get a deadly shock.  Find more powerline safety tips at ESAsafe.com/construction.

An orange coverup does not provide protection.  It only makes powerlines more visible. You need to stay 3 metres back. Get too close, and you can get a deadly shock.  Find more powerline safety tips at ESAsafe.com/construction.
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Powerline Safety Week is a reminder that overhead powerlines can be deadly. Always stay at least 3m away from overhead powerlines. No chore or home project is worth dying for. Learn more at ESAsafe.com/PowerlineSafety

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Downed powerline on the job site? Keep yourself, your equipment and everyone around at least 10 metres away. Always assume downed powerlines are live and deadly. Learn more powerline safety tips at ESAsafe.com/construction.

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When doing any type of outdoor work, always stay at least 3 metres away from overhead powerlines. Electricity can jump or “arc” to you or your tools if you get too close, causing a deadly shock. Learn more at ESAsafe.com/PowerlineSafety

When doing any type of outdoor work, always stay at least 3 metres away from overhead powerlines. Electricity can jump or “arc” to you or your tools if you get too close, causing a deadly shock. Learn more at ESAsafe.com/PowerlineSafety
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Nearly 60% of all powerline contacts happen in the construction industry. To avoid a deadly shock, always keep yourself and your equipment 3 metres from overhead powerlines. Don’t die for a construction job. Learn more at ESAsafe.com/construction.

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Heavy rain🌧️ can lead to flooding. Remember: water + electricity do not mix! ⚡️Electricity can move through water or wet flooring and cause a severe electrical shock. Be prepared with these flood safety tips👉 bit.ly/2XrCxg0

Heavy rain🌧️ can lead to flooding. Remember: water + electricity do not mix! ⚡️Electricity can move through water or wet flooring and cause a severe electrical shock. Be prepared with these flood safety tips👉 bit.ly/2XrCxg0
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Whether your outdoor plans include work or play, keep you & your loved ones safe from electrical hazards found outside the home. Get safety advice & easy-to-follow tips: bit.ly/3hDP8ow

Whether your outdoor plans include work or play, keep you & your loved ones safe from electrical hazards found outside the home. Get safety advice & easy-to-follow tips: bit.ly/3hDP8ow
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June is National Electricity Month! All month, we’re spotlighting ESA team members who help ensure Ontario is powered safely. Meet Technical Advisor, Diana Madill, whose work bridges the gap between the frontlines of construction & the regulatory world. #NationalElectricityMonth

June is National Electricity Month! All month, we’re spotlighting ESA team members who help ensure Ontario is powered safely. Meet Technical Advisor, Diana Madill, whose work bridges the gap between the frontlines of construction & the regulatory world. #NationalElectricityMonth
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ESA proudly stands with the 2SLGBTQI+ community in celebrating 🏳️‍🌈Pride Month. It’s time to honour inclusion, allyship & the strength that comes from living authentically. We encourage & value differences, recognizing that diverse perspectives strengthen our work. # #PrideMonth

ESA proudly stands with the 2SLGBTQI+ community in celebrating 🏳️‍🌈Pride Month. It’s time to honour inclusion, allyship & the strength that comes from living authentically. We encourage & value differences, recognizing that diverse perspectives strengthen our work. # #PrideMonth
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Planning to install a pool or hot tub? Location matters. 🔎 Pools and hot tubs have specific requirements to keep a safe distance from overhead wires. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/3fFOOnh #PoolInstallation #HotTubInstallation

Planning to install a pool or hot tub? Location matters. 🔎 Pools and hot tubs have specific requirements to keep a safe distance from overhead wires. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/3fFOOnh  #PoolInstallation #HotTubInstallation
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During #NationalElectricityMonth, we recognize not just the power of ⚡electricity, but the people who work every day to ensure its safety. Meet Kellie Gallant, a Region Office Supervisor at ESA, who makes sure our teams have everything they need to uphold safety standards.

During #NationalElectricityMonth, we recognize not just the power of ⚡electricity, but the people who work every day to ensure its safety. Meet Kellie Gallant, a Region Office Supervisor at ESA, who makes sure our teams have everything they need to uphold safety standards.
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Only Licensed Electrical Contractors can be hired for electrical work. Use our online search tool at FindAContractor.ESAsafe.com to find or verify one. If they aren’t listed, they aren’t licensed!

Only Licensed Electrical Contractors can be hired for electrical work. Use our online search tool at FindAContractor.ESAsafe.com to find or verify one. If they aren’t listed, they aren’t licensed!
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This #NationalElectricityMonth let’s remember: education is the first step to electrical safety. 👉Meet Joanne McGillis, a Client Safety Specialist at ESA, who promotes ⚡electrical safety through education, training and ongoing support.

This #NationalElectricityMonth let’s remember: education is the first step to electrical safety. 👉Meet Joanne McGillis, a Client Safety Specialist at ESA, who promotes ⚡electrical safety through education, training and ongoing support.
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💨High winds + heavy rain 🌧️can bring down powerlines. If you see downed wires, stay well back, call 911 & the local utility. More #onstorm safety tips: bit.ly/2XrCxg0

💨High winds + heavy rain 🌧️can bring down powerlines. If you see downed wires, stay well back, call 911 & the local utility. More #onstorm safety tips: bit.ly/2XrCxg0
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Some underground utilities are just inches below the surface. Even a simple 🌻 garden project can lead to dangerous and expensive damage. ⚠️ Always request free locates before you dig at OntarioOneCall.ca. It's the law.

Some underground utilities are just inches below the surface. Even a simple 🌻 garden project can lead to dangerous and expensive damage. ⚠️ Always request free locates before you dig at OntarioOneCall.ca. It's the law.
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On National Indigenous Peoples Day, ESA proudly celebrates 🙌 the rich history, heritage & diversity of First Nations, Inuit & Métis Peoples. Today, we’re reaffirming our commitment to building respectful, enduring relationships with Indigenous communities. #NIPD2025

On National Indigenous Peoples Day, ESA proudly celebrates 🙌 the rich history, heritage & diversity of First Nations, Inuit & Métis Peoples. Today, we’re reaffirming our commitment to building respectful, enduring relationships with Indigenous communities. #NIPD2025
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⚠️When cleaning up debris after a storm, do not attempt to touch or move any downed powerlines or branches resting on powerlines.📷Downed powerlines could be hidden beneath storm debris and tree branches. bit.ly/30Ekjtb #ONstorm #ONwx #Calvin #Bonfield

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⚡Electricity powers our lives and ESA’s inspectors set the standards for electrical safety. This #NationalElectricityMonth, 👉meet Paul Murray, a Senior Inspector at ESA, leading the charge in keeping Ontario’s electrical systems safe, smart and future-ready.

⚡Electricity powers our lives and ESA’s inspectors set the standards for electrical safety. This #NationalElectricityMonth, 👉meet Paul Murray, a Senior Inspector at ESA, leading the charge in keeping Ontario’s electrical systems safe, smart and future-ready.
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You don’t have to touch an overhead powerline to get a deadly shock—electricity can jump to you or your tools. Always stay 3m away. Learn more at ESAsafe.com/PowerlineSafety