Plugging a generator into a wall outlet with a double-plug cord can send power backward through your panel, out to the transformer and onto the lines a lineman may be working on. In this video, Earl explains what backfeed is, why flipping the main breaker isn't a reliable safety measure, and the three safe ways to get generator power to what you need: heavy-duty extension cords, a transfer switch, or a listed interlock kit installed by a licensed electrician. You'll also learn how to check which setup you already have, where to place the generator to prevent carbon monoxide danger, how to fuel it safely, and the right order to switch power on and off before the next storm.