Outlet Safety

2. / Keep an eye on pets that may chew or _____ electrical cords.
3. Fault / Plug outdoor electrical decorations into _____ _____ (GFCI)-protected outlets.
5. / Use the proper ______ for securing lights and decorations.
8. / Make sure bulbs don't touch supply cords, wires, cloth, paper, or any ______ that's not part of the light string.
10. / Don't run extension cords under _______, through doorways, or in places where they can be damaged by furniture.
11. / Once the package is opened, remember to check for the appropriate approval ________ appearing on the cord for products incorporating light strings.
13. Cords / Avoid overloading circuits with plugs and _____ ____.
14. / Turn off holiday lights and decorations when you ______ the house or go to bed.

1. / Check for overhead power lines before using a ______ to put up decorations.
4. / Overloaded circuits can _____ and start a fire.
6. / Choose the right _____ for the job.
7. / Watch that children don’t put ______ decorations or cords in their mouths.
9. Pin / Never remove the third prong on plugs—this "______ ____" prevents shock in the event of electrical equipment failure.
12. / No more than _____ light strings can be safely connected together in most cases—read manufactures instructions for directions.