If you are going to use portable electric heaters please make sure that you:

• Check the cord before plugging in the heater; if frayed, worn or broken, do not use. Instead, have an electrician replace the cord or replace the heater. Remember: simply putting tape on the cord is not enough to prevent overheating and fire.
• Never use an extension cord with a portable heater.
• Keep portable electric heaters away from sinks, tubs and other wet or damp places to avoid deadly electric shocks.
• Keep an electric heater, or any portable heater for that matter, at least three feet away from curtains, newspapers, or anything that might burn.
• Never leave the heater unattended and never leave the house or go to bed without turning off the heater.
• Do not hang items to dry above the heater.
• Keep all heaters out of high traffic and exit areas.