Customer Service > Outage & Safety > Electric Safety
Electricity is a wonderful resource. It powers our homes, helps us learn, and fuels the economy. But the power of electricity must also be respected. Whether you're at home or work, it's important to think safety first when it comes to electricity.
Never touch a power line. |
If you see a downed or sagging power line, assume it is live.
Report downed wires to DP&L by calling 877-468-8243, 937-331-3900 or 800-433-8500.
If there is an immediate life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately. |
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Never climb poles, transmission towers or trees near power lines. |
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Keep structures and equipment away from power lines |
Installing an antenna or working with a ladder? Keep at least 10 feet away from all power lines. Make sure, even if your ladder fell that it would maintain at least a 10 foot clearance.
Installing a pool? Consult our handbook.
You should also keep kites away from power lines. If your kite comes near a line, let go of the string immediately. |
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Don't Tamper with Electrical Equipment
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Stealing copper from DP&L is deadly, illegal and can interrupt electricity to customers.
You Can Help - Report Suspicious Activity & Thefts to local law enforcement (911) and DP&L (online or call 1-800-433-8500). |
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Register your “next-of-kin,” emergency contact information online |
The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles is offering enrollment to anyone who holds a valid Ohio Driver License to assist Law Enforcement in notifying emergency contacts in the event the licensed individual is killed or seriously injured, or rendered unconscious and is unable to communicate.
Register now through the provided link and click on the box titled “View/Edit your Next of Kin/Emergency Contact Information.” |
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