PELL CITY, AL — Alabama Power hosted its Safe-T-Zone safety education program today, Wednesday, August 6, at the Pell City Municipal Complex. The one-hour event brought together Alabama Power line workers and local first responders for an interactive training focused on electrical safety.
Designed for firefighters, police officers, and volunteer responders, the Safe-T-Zone program uses a custom-built trailer equipped to simulate real-life electrical hazards with both primary and secondary voltage, including up to 14,400 volts. Attendees observed live demonstrations illustrating the dangers of overhead and underground power lines.
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Risks of pulling a meter during a house fire
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Substation fire hazards
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Power lines on vehicles
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Generator backfeed risks
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Responding to downed power lines
The session concluded with a Q&A where first responders engaged directly with licensed and experienced Alabama Power line workers.
Safe-T-Zone is part of Alabama Power’s ongoing efforts to support and educate first responders throughout its service territory, helping to ensure safer emergency responses involving electrical infrastructure.
