MAY IS ELECTRICAL SAFETY MONTH

ALAMEDA, Calif., May 1, 2004 — Electricity can be a great friend, but it can hurt too, if you don't treat it with respect.

During May, Alameda Power & Telecom is helping to observe National Electrical Safety Month by reminding everyone about the four Rs of electrical safety:

• Respect the power of electricity.
• Read and follow the operating instructions that come with every electrical product.
• Replace worn or frayed electrical cords.
• Relocate appliance cords so that grown-ups won't walk on them and children can't pull on them.

Electricity can keep your home comfortable, light the path to your door, and cook your food. Or, it can cause a shock or start a fire. How you practice the four Rs makes the difference. Keep electricity your friend.

To stay current on electrical safety information, check the Electrical Safety Foundation International website at www.electrical-safety.org or contact the ESFI at 1300 N. 17th St., Suite 1847; Rosslyn, VA 22209.