Safety
Staying Safe: Keeping Clear of Electrical Hazards Near the Water
Welcome back! Today WikiWiki would like to talk a little story about the hidden dangers of electric shocks in the water. Electrical dangers in and around your pool may not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering safety, but the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and the American Red Cross have…
Read MoreWhat Can You Do with Old Electrical Wiring Waste?
Every year we throw away over 40 million tons of electrical waste per year (and counting!), causing a major strain on the environment and contributing to harmful contaminants being released into the ecosystem. It’s possible to work towards a better outcome when considering what to do with your electrical wiring waste, and today we’d like…
Read MoreHappy Employees Make For a Happy Team!
Office or company culture is quite a buzzword these days in the blogosphere. You’re probably well aware of the need to keep your employees happy and productive, but have you really given this the thought and attention that it deserves? A strong office culture isn’t something that can develop overnight, or as a result of…
Read MoreAlways Hire a Licensed Solar Energy Contractor
We know it can be tempting to entertain the idea of hiring an unlicensed contractor for your next project under the ‘handyman exception’ law which allows the hiring of a person not licensed as a contractor on smaller projects. After all, who doesn’t go wild at the thought of saving a little money?! However, most…
Read MoreThe Importance of Promoting Safety in the Workplace
All employees deserve to work in a happy, healthy environment. Employers are rightfully concerned with keeping their workers safe and secure in order to maintain the integrity of their workspace, and to promote the health and wellness of all who contribute to a company’s success. Employers would be well advised to take safety in the…
Read MoreDon’t Hire an Electrician Playing in the Minor Leagues: Go With a Pro!
Having an unexpected electrical emergency is probably not the highlight of your day (or night). It can be a major inconvenience to schedule the repairs, and how do you even decide on who to call? You might well be asking yourself: self, do we really need to hire a licensed electrician, brah? My uncle knows…
Read MoreArc Fault Protection: Keeping You and Your ‘Ohana Safe
Similar to a security system and smoke/fire detection monitors, the detection and prevention of electrical failures is an integral part of any family’s safety planning needs. We’d like to share a bit with you today around arc fault protection, so that you’ll be in the know about how to safeguard your home or business from…
Read MoreBetter Safe Than Sorry! A Word on Smoke Detectors
Beep, Beep, BEEP! The high-pitched wail of a smoke alarm or carbon monoxide detector can (and should!) be jarring, piercing through the air of an otherwise-calm home. Smoke detectors are a device designed to indicate the presence of smoke or other nefarious substances in the air, typically one of the primary signs of a fire…
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