Safety

Reliable power, where safety comes first

Safety is a top priority at Plateau Electric Cooperative. We’re committed to protecting our members, employees, and communities by promoting safe practices around electricity at home, at work, and outdoors. Understanding how to stay safe can prevent accidents and save lives. This page offers important tips, resources, and reminders to help you use electricity wisely and safely. Because at PEC, delivering power is important—but protecting people is essential.

Bringing you power, as safe as possible

Electrical safety is more than just a set of rules to follow on the job; it’s at the core of every lineman’s responsibility. The risks involved in working with high-voltage lines are constant reminders that complacency has no place in this profession. Whether it’s wearing the proper protective equipment, double-checking connections, or following strict safety protocols, every precaution is taken not just for personal safety but for the colleagues who depend on each other every day. Even the smallest oversight can have life-changing consequences, which is why electrical safety is treated with the seriousness and respect it deserves.

Rain, Sleet, Snow, Shine, Day or Night... We've got you covered.

Being a lineman is about more than mitigating risk—it’s about upholding a promise to communities to keep the lights on, no matter what challenges arise. There’s a deep sense of dedication that comes with responding to storms, late-night outages, and emergencies. Each repair is carried out with care, knowing that families and businesses rely on reliable power.

The commitment to restore service quickly, while never sacrificing safety, is a badge of honor every lineman wears. It’s this dedication—unseen by most but felt by all—that keeps society running and demonstrates the pride linemen take in their vital role.

When exposed to downed power lines, please use extreme caution. Just because you may not see a spark, see lines smoking, or smell a burning smell, this DOES NOT mean that lines are not energized. If you see down lines do not go near them, call

9-1-1 or your local PEC office. We will send someone out to safely remove the line and restore power.

Safety

Reliable power, where safety comes first

Bringing you power, as safe as possible

Rain, Sleet, Snow, Shine, Day or Night... We've got you covered.

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