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Never remove the third prong of a three-pronged plug. Convert two-pronged outlets using an adapter with a ground tab.

Turn off an electrical product if a cord overheats.

When working outdoors, use only weather-resistant heavy-gauge extension cords marked "for outdoor use."

Keep outdoor outlets and electrical products covered and dry between uses.

If an electrical products falls into a pool or pond, unplug it before you reach into the water.

Be sure amperage ratings for outdoor extension cords are higher than those of the electrical product with which they're used.

Never try to repair electrical products yourself.

Never touch a line on the ground.

Avoid using an "octopus" adapter that cound overload the circuit

Be sure your tools and appliances have been tested by Underwriters Laboratories or a similar organization, so you know they're safe.

Use the right size extension cord, and only temporarily.

Keep all appliance cords in good condition.