Kids Safety

Never put your fingers or anything else in an outlet.
Never pull a plug out by the cord. Gently pull it from the base.
Electricity and water should never mix.
Never touch light switches or appliances when you are wet. Do not plug appliances near bathtubs, sinks, or pools.
Ask an adult to fix broken cords or plugs.
Do not play on or near power lines or electrical equipment.
If a kite becomes caught in electrical lines or equipment, or falls into the area of a substation, do not try to retrieve the kite. Instead, leave it there and call KPUB for assistance at 830.257.3050.
Trees near power lines should never be climbed.
Do not play on or touch metal transformer boxes.
Never climb the fence around a substation. If a toy falls inside, tell an adult.
Do not swim or play outside during a thunderstorm. Go inside, don’t get fried.