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Mar 18, 20241 min read
April Honors Our Lineworkers
On April 8, 2024, we celebrate Lineworker Appreciation Day to honor the men and women who power life.
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Feb 19, 20242 min read
Dos and Don'ts: Poison Safety
Keep your family safe by storing chemicals properly and following label directions.
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Feb 19, 20241 min read
Know What's Below: Steps for Safe Digging
Keep safety in mind for all projects––especially those that require digging near underground utility lines.
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Feb 19, 20242 min read
Daylight Saving Time Marks Semi-Annual Safety Checks
Daylight Saving Time is an opportunity to invest a little time in ensuring the safety and efficiency of your living space.
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Jan 13, 20241 min read
Use Metallic Balloons Safely at Outdoor Celebrations
Know the potential dangers of metallic balloons so that you and your loved ones can safely enjoy outdoor celebrations.
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Dec 19, 20231 min read
Downed Power Line Safety - Always Assume Downed Lines Are Live
Knowing what to do if you encounter utility poles or wires can be a matter of life and death.
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Oct 17, 20233 min read
Ask an Expert: Is it Dangerous to Overload a Circuit?
Wires in an electrical system or circuit have a maximum amount of current they can safely carry. How much is too much?
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Oct 16, 20231 min read
In the Kitchen: Storing Holiday Leftovers
You work hard preparing tasty holiday meals. Make the most of them by safely storing the leftovers.
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Oct 16, 20232 min read
Portable Space Heaters: Protect Yourself from These Common Hazards
Electric heaters can make your home cozy, but they come with risks. Learn how to stay safe and warm.
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Sep 11, 20232 min read
Ask an Expert: Changing Furnace Filters
Perform this routine task for better indoor air quality and for HVAC efficiency.
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Aug 10, 20233 min read
Stay Safe During Harvest
Harvest time is a dangerous time. Follow these tips around electrical lines and equipment, and be careful of possible entanglements or falls
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Jul 13, 20231 min read
Connect with Us at the Iowa State Fair
We look forward to connecting with our cooperative members at the Iowa State Fair Aug. 10-20
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Jun 19, 20232 min read
Enjoy a Safe Fourth of July
There are many Independence Day traditions but perhaps the most popular is fireworks.
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Apr 13, 20231 min read
National Electrical Safety Month
Get safety tips for the workplace DIY projects, EVs and charging and your home’s electrical system.
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Jan 9, 20232 min read
The Right Connection: Generator Safety Tips
Your electric power is generally reliable, but outages do happen. Extended outages can be inconvenient or uncomfortable, depending on the...
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Dec 7, 20222 min read
Beware of Energy Bill Scams
Learn how to recognize energy bill scams and what you can do to protect yourself.
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Nov 19, 20222 min read
12 Holiday Safety Tips
To keep your holiday season merry instead of disastrous, follow these electrical safety precautions.
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Sep 30, 20221 min read
Don’t Electrify Your Hunting Experience
Along with traditional hunter safety rules, follow these electrical safety tips for safer hunting this fall.
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Sep 30, 20222 min read
Copper Theft: Still a Threat
This commonly used metal is a valuable part of getting electricity to our members. Copper theft threatens lives and our electric supply.
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Aug 31, 20223 min read
Harvest Safety
Harvesting crops poses especially high risk for farmers. Follow these suggestions for taking care of yourself and others working with you.
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