ALWAYS OBEY WARNING SIGNS dangerous things are labeled with warning signs. when you see signs like these stay away! NEVER FLY YOUR KITES NEAR OVERHEAD POWER LINES anything that comes into contact with overhead power lines could fly your kites, seriously hurt you. airplanes and other toys in a wide-open space away from power lines. NEVER PLAY ON OR AROUND PAD-MOUNTED TRANSFORMERS just as overhead power lines are dangerous, so are underground power lines. these lines carry electricity through boxes like this called pad-mounted transformers. while it looks fun to play around, it is dangerous. you should stay away! NEVER OVERLOAD AN ELECTRICAL POWER STRIP WITH TOO MANY PLUGS. overloading an electrical outlet or power strip is a common cause of electrical problems. may is ELECTRICAL SAFETY MONTH. be careful around electricity by practicing these safety tips. too many plugs, or damaged plugs, can overheat an outlet and possibly start a fire.