Water and electricity can be a deadly combination. Make sure you have G.F.I. breakers in your kitchen, bathrooms and outside receptacles. Keep electrical appliances away from water. Do not use frayed electrical cords. If you have small children, keep unused electrical outlets covered.
Electricity is a major cause of building fires.
Make sure your electrical circuits are up to code and not overloaded. If trenching or excavating, be sure to have electrical underground lines located before you start. While a generator is useful in the event of a prolonged power outage, improper use presents a deadly safety hazard. Portable generators are intended to serve as a power source for just a few lights or appliances during an extended power outage. Portable generators must not be connected directly to a home's electrical system.