When used properly, space heaters are a great way to stay warm in a chilly office environment. They can also pose significant risks and be a fire hazard in your workplace. Before plugging in your space heater this season, review the following tips to keep you and your coworkers safe and warm. Always place a …
For the thousands of runners competing in the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon this weekend, Mile 26 is about one thing: gutting out the final .2 miles. Dog-tired competitors who need a final boost can seek inspiration from AEP Ohio’s tent set up on the corner of West Long Street and Marconi Boulevard. It’s a …
Halloween can be a fun event for the whole family, but it’s important to make sure that everyone knows about potential hazards. Before your kids head out the door, talk about safety procedures and consider Louie’s tips so your night doesn’t turn into a spooky situation. Stay in sight. Use reflective tape to make yourself …
Grandview Line Servicer Paul “Buff” Creager and Columbus Meter Electrician-A Barry “Bubba” Hickle are each ringing in 50 years with our company. They’re good friends, and have plenty of stories to tell. Watch two of AEP’s longest-tenured employees talk about the multiple decades they’ve spent with the company. Published October 4, 2019
Doing the right thing isn’t always easy. It can take time and a little extra effort. But that’s exactly what John Kell did. And it’s why he has been nominated by his peers as the AEP Ohio Safety Champion for the month of September. Kell, a line crew supervisor in Grandview, took action after visiting …
Fallen trees and branches are one of the most common causes of power outages. That’s why keeping our lines and equipment free of trees is one of our top priorities. With a job that keeps her moving and is always changing, we recently caught up with Sarah Powell, an AEP Ohio forester, to talk …
