NEMA distributes safety brochures to victims of Hurricane Katrina

Sept. 7, 2005
Association prints extra copies of “Guidelines for Handling Water Damaged Electrical Equipment” for use in disaster relief

Association prints extra copies of “Guidelines for Handling Water Damaged Electrical Equipment” for use in disaster relief

At the request of John Minick, NEMA’s field representative in the southeast region, NEMA has printed extra copies of its brochure, “Guidelines for Handling Water Damaged Electrical Equipment” for distribution to electrical personnel in the hurricane- and flood-damaged area. Minick will begin distribution in Lake Charles, La., and make his way east.

The brochure is designed for use by suppliers, installers, inspectors, and users of electrical products. It provides advice on the safe handling of electrical equipment that has been exposed to water. The brochure may be downloaded at target="_blank">NEMA’s Web site.

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