Portable Generator Manufacturers' Association Urges Users To 'Take It Outside'
Safety campaign, website warn of carbon monoxide dangers with misuse
CLEVELAND, OH / ACCESSWIRE / February 24, 2021 / Each year, portable generators are a lifesaver for thousands of consumers, providing temporary emergency power in storms and natural disasters. They also bring the fun for gatherings away from a ready power supply, like tailgating and outdoor parties. However, improper use of portable generators can have deadly consequences due to the presence of carbon monoxide.
Because of the cases of misuse, the Portable Generator Manufacturers' Association (PGMA) has created the Take It Outside campaign. The trade association and the Take It Outside campaign seek to develop and influence safety and performance standards for its industry's products, and, as part of the campaign, developed a website dedicated to safe usage of portable generators. Promotion of the campaign becomes a public health emergency as major winter storms grip the nation, but also in advance of the June 1st official start of the Atlantic hurricane season, with the 2021 season predicted to be above normal with as many as 16 named storms.