﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:37:11 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>ESFI Names UL as Recipient of 2014 Safety Award for Excellence</title><link>http://news.cision.com/julie-chavanne/r/esfi-names-ul-as-recipient-of-2014-safety-award-for-excellence,c9677551</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1746037</guid><description><![CDATA[Award recognizes company for efforts in support of ESFI's mission to reduce electrically-related fatalities, injuries and property loss
The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) has named UL (Underwriters Laboratories) as the recipient of the 2014 Safety Award for Excellence (SAFE), for its efforts in fighting counterfeiting and piracy. The SAFE Award recognizes a company, nonprofit association or other industry-related organization for active and sustained efforts in support of ESFI’s mission to reduce electrically-related fatalities, injuries and property loss.

“UL’s]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2014 16:35:03 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ESFI Warns About the Dangers of Electric Shock Drowning this Fourth of July</title><link>http://news.cision.com/julie-chavanne/r/esfi-warns-about-the-dangers-of-electric-shock-drowning-this-fourth-of-july,c9608723</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1645310</guid><description><![CDATA[Resources help educate public about this silent killer
The Fourth of July holiday is not only one of the most popular boating days of the season, but it is also the deadliest. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, the Fourth of July, combined with Memorial Day and Labor Day, typically account for more than one third of all boating-related accidents and fatalities.

One of the hazards that threaten this otherwise celebratory occasion is Electric Shock Drowning (ESD), which the American Boat & Yacht Council defines as the result of the passage of a typically low level alternating current]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2014 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ESFI Urges the Public to Commit to Electrical Safety in 2014</title><link>http://news.cision.com/julie-chavanne/r/esfi-urges-the-public-to-commit-to-electrical-safety-in-2014,c9516672</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1506383</guid><description><![CDATA[Arlington, VA— The dawning of a new year often provokes positive lifestyle changes, and the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is encouraging the public to keep electrical safety in mind while making resolutions for 2014.  

In the United States, home electrical problems account for an average of 47,820 home fires each year, resulting in 455 deaths, 1,518 injuries and $1.5 billion in property damage, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The colder weather the New Year brings also leads to the increased use of electrical products, making people more]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Jan 2014 15:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) Recognizes Safety Leaders</title><link>http://news.cision.com/julie-chavanne/r/electrical-safety-foundation-international--esfi--recognizes-safety-leaders,c9498724</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1478168</guid><description><![CDATA[Arlington, VA— The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) has announced the recipients of its two annual awards that recognize leaders in electrical safety.

Lorraine Carli of the National Fire Protection Association (http://www.nfpa.org/) (NFPA) received the Foundation’s annual Outstanding Service Award in Honor of Harold Leviton, (http://www.esfi.org/index.cfm/cdid/13229/pid/10262) an award which was formally established in 2008 as a tribute to Harold Leviton’s impressive legacy and dedication to improving electrical safety. The award honors an individual who has gone above]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 14 Nov 2013 18:15:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ESFI Urges the Public to Commit to Electrical Safety in 2013</title><link>http://news.cision.com/julie-chavanne/r/esfi-urges-the-public-to-commit-to-electrical-safety-in-2013,c9353358</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1209440</guid><description><![CDATA[Arlington, VA— The beginning of a new year often prompts positive lifestyle changes, and the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) is encouraging people to keep electrical safety in mind while they strive for improvement in 2013.  

In the United States, home electrical problems account for more than 51,000 fires each year, resulting in more than 490 deaths, 1,400 injuries, and $1.3 billion in property damage, according to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The colder weather the New Year brings also leads to the increased use of electrical products, making]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 02 Jan 2013 15:28:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>ESFI Names Schneider Electric as Recipient of 2012 Safety Award for Excellence</title><link>http://news.cision.com/julie-chavanne/r/esfi-names-schneider-electric-as-recipient-of-2012-safety-award-for-excellence,c9331394</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision1169022</guid><description><![CDATA[Arlington, VA—The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) has named Schneider Electric as the recipient of the 2012 Safety Award for Excellence (SAFE), for its efforts in fighting counterfeit electrical products. The SAFE Award recognizes a company, nonprofit association or other industry-related organization for active and sustained efforts in support of ESFI’s mission to reduce electrically-related fatalities, injuries and property loss.

Chris Curtis, North American CEO, accepted the honor on behalf of Schneider Electric during the National Electrical Manufacturers]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Nov 2012 14:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Electrical Safety Foundation International Unveils “How Do You Know?” Workplace Safety Program</title><link>http://news.cision.com/julie-chavanne/r/electrical-safety-foundation-international-unveils--how-do-you-know--workplace-safety-program,c9246391</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision480159</guid><description><![CDATA[ESFI to launch groundbreaking new program at RIMS 2012 Annual Conference & Exhibition
Arlington, VA – The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI) today announced the launch of How Do You Know?, a new workplace electrical safety awareness program developed to help employers answer the question, “How do you know if your workplace is properly protected from electrical hazards?” The ground-breaking program was unveiled at the RIMS 2012 Annual Conference & Exhibition taking place April 15-18 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia.

Available for free on ESFI’s website,]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>