CFL Light Bulb Safety
Energy-saving compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL) are becoming more common in homes and at work. In addition to using less electricity, they also have a positive impact on the global climate. Here are some important safety tips you should know about CFLs.
CFLs are made of glass and can break. Be careful when removing from packaging and installing or removing from a socket.
If a CFL breaks:
• OPEN a window to allow the room to air out for 5–10 minutes.
• People and pets should LEAVE the room.
• TURN OFF forced air heating and/or air conditioning.
• COLLECT broken glass and visible powder using stiff cardboard, tape or a damp paper towel.
• PLACE the debris in a glass container with a metal cover in a safe location outside until you can dispose of it .
• CONTACT your local government to find out how to dispose of the jar containing the debris
• CONTINUE airing out the room for several hours
NOTE: Consider checking the Consumer Product Safety Commission(cpsc.gov) for recalls of CFLs that may present a fire danger.
For more information of CFL’s and other Safety related issues visit http://www.nfpa.org/education
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