I love summer and the warm temperatures that allow me to spend time outside with my family. But I also know that with summer comes hurricane season, which officially begins June 1. While we live a couple of hours away from our beautiful coast, high winds and heavy rain from the outer bands of a […]
Johnson receives NRECA certification
LREC Safety Coordinator Chris Johnson has been named a Certified Loss Control Professional by the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). This designation is the result of Johnson’s participation in four week-long sessions designed to challenge and educate participants with innovative safety techniques. According to NRECA, Johnson is one of a select few electric utility […]
Know what’s below
Albert Einstein once encouraged us to “Look deep into nature, and you will understand everything better.” Although it’s likely not what he had in mind, that is great advice to avoid hazards when starting your outdoor projects. To put it another way, know what’s below before you dig. Putting shovel to dirt can quickly turn […]
Prioritize safety year-round
At Lynches River Electric Cooperative, we recognize Electrical Safety Month every May, but we also know the importance of practicing safety year-round. From our co-op crews to you, the members we serve, we recognize that everyone has a part to play in prioritizing safety. According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International, thousands of people in […]
Safety Starts With You
Safety starts with you: Tips for spotting potential electrical hazards in your home Electricity plays many roles in our lives, from powering baby monitors to running HVAC systems and appliances. No wonder we get so comfortable with its instant availability that when we flip a switch, we expect most systems or devices to do the […]