• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to footer

Southern Public Power District

PO Box 1687 / 4550 West Husker Hwy
Grand Island, NE 68802-1687
308-384-2350 / 800-579-3019

  • About Us
    • Vision, Mission & Values
    • History
    • Service Area
    • Board Agendas & Minutes
    • Board Members
    • Staff
    • Careers
      • Job Openings
      • Scholarships
    • Membership and Dues
    • Contact Us
  • Customer Service
    • Payment & Account Portal
    • Electric Service Application
    • Rates
    • Disconnection Of Service
    • EnergyWise Incentives
    • GoEV Incentives
    • Electric Water Heater Program
    • Distributed Generation
    • Generlink
  • News
    • Customer News Magazine
    • Annual Reports
  • Community & Development
    • Youth Energy Leadership Camp
    • Operation Round Up
    • Energy Park
    • Our Communities
  • Safety & Efficiency
    • Apogee Energy Resource Center
    • EnergyWise Incentives
    • GoEV Incentives
    • Electric Water Heater Program
    • Hotline Trailer Demonstrations
    • Notification of Oversized Load
    • Safety Tips
      • Indoor Safety Tips
      • Outdoor Safety Tips
      • Storm Safety Tips
  • Irrigation
    • Load Control Status
    • Rates
    • Irrigation Rate Calculator
    • Construction Policy
    • Load Management Newsletter
    • Power Factor

May 14, 2020 By Jack Welch

Cellular Phone and Computer Electrical Safety

May is National Electrical Safety Month, and it’s a great time to consider how to avoid potential electrical hazards.

Every day, we rely on electricity to power our homes and offices. However, it is important to always be safe around electric appliances, equipment and power lines. Electricity is an essential and dependable resource but
we must all be aware of the serious and sometimes deadly consequences of using electricity unsafely.

By taking simple precautions, everyone can avoid electrically related fires, fatalities, injuries and property loss.

CELLULAR PHONE & COMPUTER ELECTRICAL SAFETY:

  • When charging, stick to items approved by the manufacturer. If the charger or battery has a UL mark on it, it has gone through rigorous testing to ensure safety. Third party chargers or batteries may be inconsistent with your device’s components and can cause serious hazards.
  • Always charge your device in a dry environment away from all sources of moisture.
  • Inspect your cables and devices. If you see any debris or damage, discontinue use.
  • Store your cables and devices in a safe place away from moisture, extreme temperatures, and debris as these can cause electric shock.
  • Keep connectors free of foreign objects.
  • Always plug and unplug your cables and charges by holding onto the end of the cable.
  • Always charge your device in a well-ventilated area.

SOURCE: Federated S.A.F.E. Talk

Learn More About:

Indoor Electrical Safety

Outdoor Electrical Safety

Digging Safely

Filed Under: Electrical Safety

Footer

Links

Nebraska Power Association
Nebraska Energy Office
Diggers Hotline
Safe Electricity

Current News

  • Facebook
  • Twitter

Search

Copyright © 2025 Nebraska Public Power District