On day two of Indiana Youth Tour, the delegation made a stop at the @Flight93NPS in 📍Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Did you know this area is served by an electric cooperative? Tonight, they arrive in Gettysburg.
Flag Day is a time for all Americans to honor the U.S. flag and commemorate its adoption. Did you know that since 1777, the flag's design has been officially modified 26 times? #NationalFlagDay
Water and electricity don’t mix! This summer, stay safe around pools, lakes, and rivers with these tips on water recreation safety: Learn more about electrical safety when you’re swimming: goiec.org/4dTPrei#ElectricalSafety#PlugIntoSafety#SwimmingSafety
Today begins National Right-of-Way Professionals Week. When you see these professionals — including utility workers — working in your community, be sure to keep their safety (and yours) in mind. #RightofWayProfessionalsWeek
It’s #HomeSafetyMonth. Keep your home safe by taking steps such as ensuring extension cords are not overloaded and that you have working detectors installed. #HomeSafetyMonth
The June issue of Indiana Connection is here! Check your mailbox or visit IndianaConnection.org for articles celebrating the people, places, food, and travel experiences that define the Hoosier state.
From overloaded outlets at home to unsafe equipment at work, electrical hazards can happen anywhere. Take time this month to review simple safety steps. goiec.org/4tXOqYf#ElectricalSafetyMonth
May is National Electrical Safety Month. Electricity powers our lives, but it can also pose serious risks. Learn how to reduce electrical hazards at home and at work. goiec.org/4tXOqYf#ElectricalSafetyMonth
On this day in 1935, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 7037, creating the Rural Electrification Administration. It's function was to lend money and provide engineering services for the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity in rural areas.
The month of May is here, and in Indiana, that means racing! In this month’s Indiana Connection, we celebrate the sport’s legacy by visiting the new Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum. goiec.org/4eBREvk
World Password Day is a celebration that promotes better password habits. Are you doing all you can to protect your passwords, including those for your electric co-op account? #WorldPasswordDay
Kudos to our skilled trades workers who play an essential role in our society daily — including our electric cooperative lineworkers! #NationalSkilledTradesDay
#DYK electric co-op lineworkers complete a 4-year apprenticeship program that includes 612 hours of classroom instruction combined with at least 8,000 hours of on-the-job training? After completing the program, they earn an associate degree and a journeyman’s certificate.