Tips for electrical safety

 


Electricity is an essential resource that has become an integral part of our lives. We are so dependent on electricity that it is impossible to imagine even one day without it. Lighting, cooling, heating or recharging our household appliances: suffice it to say that electricity does it for us. However, in the midst of all these benefits, we forget that, if not managed correctly, this extraordinary resource can potentially cause injury. Therefore, it becomes essential to take some safety measures to keep your home and office safe.

Here are some electrical safety tips to follow to avoid the risks of electrical damage:

Install safety switches

If you are going to renovate your home, keeping the same old electrical circuits is never a complete renovation. It is a good time to call an electrician and have safety circuit breakers installed on the main electrical panel. If your home is equipped with ceramic wire fuses, switching to safety circuit breakers will protect you and your family from electrical fires. These circuit breakers are designed to sense danger and instantly cut off the power supply.

Beware of electrical appliances

Our homes are filled with household appliances of all kinds. From televisions to microwave ovens to hot plates, we have them all. It is therefore essential to take the following precautions to avoid the risks associated with these appliances:

Never touch electrical appliances with wet hands.

Make sure that all appliances that generate heat, such as microwaves, have sufficient free space around them for better air circulation.

Switch off appliances before cleaning them.

Inspect all electronic devices regularly for damage or electrical repairs.

Switch off appliances when not in use or when leaving the house.

Call the Emergency Electrician in Leicester. We are 24 hours available.

Location: Leicester, UK

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