Responding to Electric Utility Emergencies
Whether in response to a downed power line from a vehicle accident, or extreme weather, the public safety officer is typically first on scene when utilities are damaged.
The purpose of Responding to Utility Emergencies is to be a learning tool for emergency responders. Through the training on this site emergency responders will better learn how to recognize potential hazards involving electricity. This site will also address necessary guidelines that help assure the safety of responders and the general public.