TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy has signed a law requiring warning labels on residential properties with secondary power sources, aiming to improve safety for first responders and utility workers.
Under P.L.2025, which took effect immediately, all one- and two-family homes undergoing resale inspections must have a label within 18 inches of the main electrical panel and meter.
The label must warn of hazards from secondary power sources such as generators, solar panels, and battery storage systems. It must include wording similar to “CAUTION: MULTIPLE SOURCES OF POWER” and cannot be handwritten.
Labels that meet ANSI Z535.4 standards will be considered compliant. Officials say the measure ensures clear identification of multiple power sources, reducing risks during emergencies.
The Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention has urged homeowners and real estate professionals to adhere to the new requirement.
State law now mandates visible warnings for homes with supplemental power systems, reinforcing safety protocols for emergency responders and utility crews.