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Pelican Rapids, Minnesota
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This video about Power Line Safety for Agricultural Workers is provided courtesy of Oregon Trail Electric Cooperative, which was created using 360 degree format to teach agriculture workers about the hazards of working near power lines .  Check it out!

 

LREC fosters a safety culture that values our employees and our members as we deliver electricity to you safely. Yet, we can't do this alone.

As you use your electrical power today, don't forget that safety plays a vital role. It takes all of us working together to respect this critical energy source. Thank you for working with us to deliver safe power to you. We've collected a number of safety resources and tips for you below.

A safety note from your cooperative

Monthly safety articles are prepared for our cooperative by Lidia Dilley Jacobson, Minnesota Rural Electric Association.

  • September 2022 ~ The Power is Being Prepared
  • August 2022 ~ Don't Be That Guy
  • July 2022 ~ YOUR Storm Response
  • June 2022 - Safety on the System
  • May 2022 - Celebrate Electrical Safety
  • April 2022 - Knowing Safety is Powerful
  • March 2022 - Flood Safety
  • February 2022 - Plugging in Some Love
  • January 2022 - Countering the Counterfeits
  • December 2021 - Some Good News
  • November 2021 - Wait One Minute for Safety
  • October 2021 - Look for Safety This Fall

Safety Demonstrations

Contact us if you would like a demonstration at your school or group. We'll bring a safety handout and puzzle for the whole group, plus a coupon for a Subway® treat!

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