What You Should Know in Lubbock, TX

Electricity is one of the greatest achievements in human history. It can also be one of the most dangerous, and our children interact with it daily. Thanks to this modern convenience, every tablet, computer, phone, and television continue to function. But electricity doesn’t just serve our children’s leisure activities. It also helps them continue to do homework, read textbooks, and cram for tests long into the darkest parts of the night. It even helps some students get from home to school and back home again. Our children are probably never more than a few feet away from an electrical power source throughout their day. 

With electricity being everywhere and knowing that it can cause serious harm if not properly directed or respected, teaching our children safe practices becomes necessary. 

How Can I Teach My Child to be Safe Around Electricity? 

1. Teach Electrical Safety Rules

It may seem common sense, but teaching electricity safety isn’t as common as it once was. Nowadays, we tend to take teaching opportunities for granted. So caught up in the hustle and bustle of the day, we may see moments where teaching is a good idea, but our knee-jerk reaction of yelling or removing the situation entirely tends to get in the way because it saves us time. 

We must take time and let our children know the importance of electrical safety. Telling your child “No” or “That’s bad” will make them curious. Explaining the outcome of specific actions and how electricity works will help satisfy that curiosity. 

Simple conversations can include: 

• Why it’s essential to ask an adult for help with new devices and electronics. 
• Why is it essential to keep away from power lines when playing with kites or climbing trees? 
• What can happen if you plug too many devices into a single power strip or outlet? 
• Why do water and electricity not mix?

These are just a few examples of conversations that are important to have with children. Rules are good to have in place to help guide children away from danger, but discussions on why those rules are essential will help curious minds understand the reasoning behind them. 

2. Explore Videos on Electrical Safety with your Children. 

Wherever you look, our world has been taken over by video content in video tutorials, vlogs, reels, snaps, etc. We consume a majority of our daily content in video format. Because it’s already integrated into our daily routine, using video to teach our children about electrical safety is an easy option. 

YouTube is a great place to start. Content creators there make sure that their videos are informative, interactive, and fun for children. Plus, watching one of these videos creates an opportunity to open a conversation with your child. 

3. Use Online Games and Guides

If your child is more hands-on and enjoys exploring things independently, websites and computer games are an excellent direction to lean toward. Kids learn about electricity through fun interactive environments and can discover information at a self-regulated pace. This kind of activity is ideal for older children experimenting with independence. SwitchedonKids.Org is a great place to begin if you need a jumpstart for this teaching. 

4. Read Books About Electricity Together

Even though it might seem like a primitive practice to some kids, reading about electrical safety isn’t a bad idea. Especially for younger children, this kind of teaching can provide some wholesome learning moments. For parents and kids, few things are better than snuggling together to share an experience. Reading a book together provides a close comforting occasion to teach valuable information to your children. 

Knowing Electrical Safety can Save Lives

Whatever manner you choose to use, teaching electrical safety to young children is of vital importance. Electricity is the most common power source available, and its impact is only growing as it’s being pulled into new markets and industries. Even as adults, we may not know the answers to our children’s questions. That is why SPS is glad to be a contributing community member. We are here to answer those tough questions.

Having conversations about electrical safety can also allow us a moment to assess our electrical use and security in our home. SPS Electric wants to make your home as safe as possible for you and your children. If you think any other electrical issues need to be addressed on your property, don’t wait. Give us a call today to have one of our professionally trained electricians visit your home. We’ll be happy to kick-start those conversations on electrical safety.