(WHTM) — Extension cords come in handy when you need to plug something in that is far away from a power outlet but people need to make sure they are using extension cords safely. According to the ...

When the power goes out and a portable generator roars to life, the weak link in your setup is often not the machine, but the ...

Based on federal safety guidelines, we outline four important but easy steps to ensure the safe operation of your portable generator Pay close attention to safety guidelines when setting up a ...

Before using an extension cord, make sure you're using it safely and within its specifications. Refrain from using extension cords to power devices and appliances with significant power demands. Don't ...

You've likely used an extension cord before, but did you do so safely? You may not have realized, but there are several common extension cord mistakes people make everyday. Some of these mistakes can ...

The convenience of extension cords can't be ignored. Does the cord on that new nightstand lamp not quite reach the bedroom outlet? Naturally, you reach for an extension cord. The same goes when it ...

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Article 400 of the 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC) provides the requirements for flexible cords and flexible cables. OSHA also has requirements for them [29CFR1926.405(g)]. Think of cords as being ...

Consumers should immediately stop using male-to-male extension cords, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, which said that the products can cause electrocution, fires, and carbon ...