Backfeeding a generator into a home puts lives at risk. Backfeeding sends power backward through your electrical system and onto utility lines. This practice kills line workers and starts fires. Here is why backfeeding is dangerous. • Sends electricity onto utility lines during outages • Electrocutes line workers restoring power • Overloads home wiring• Starts electrical fires inside walls • Destroys appliances and generators • Violates electrical and fire codes What safe gen

Power outages follow winter storms. Generator misuse kills people every year. This message matters. Generator safety rules. • Run generators outdoors only. • Keep generators at least 20 feet from houses. • Keep generators away from doors, windows, and vents. • Never run a generator in a garage, basement, porch, or near open windows. • Never use grills, camp stoves, or propane heaters indoors. • Point exhaust away from structures. • Shut down and cool generators before refueli

The Guilford Fire Department is now accepting applications for full-time career positions. Open positions Firefighter-Paramedic Firefighter-EMT Position details Full-time, non-exempt• Benefits included• Salary per IAFF Local 4177 Collective Bargaining Agreement How to apply Submit a complete application package with a $50 non-refundable application. Click and download application and job posting below: Human Resources Town of Guilford Guilford Town Hall31 Park Street Guilf

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