It’s easy to use electricity safely at home if you understand the risks and take care. Our tips can be a helpful start to help you and your families stay safe around power in your homes.
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General appliances:
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Remove electrical appliances with damaged/frayed cords or cracked or broken plugs |
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Turn off power points before plugging/unplugging appliances
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Turn off all appliances such as irons, electric kettle, and hair straighteners and stove tops if no longer in use before leaving home
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Ensure adequate space around appliances to prevent overheating
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Remove all combustible material from stoves, heaters and lamps
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Extension cords should not be used in wet areas
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Licensed electricians should undertake all your electrical work and repairs
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Electricity and Water:
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Be extremely careful when using appliances connected to power points near sinks or baths
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If an electrical appliance has been immersed in water it must be discarded immediately
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Switch off and unplug all portable electrical appliances, such as hairdryers, shavers, etc. after use
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Don’t use hairdryers in bathroom areas
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Never touch anything electrical with wet hands or bare feet.
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Kitchen appliances:
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Regularly clean range hood filters
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Clean ovens and hot plates regularly to prevent the build-up of spilled fats and burnt foods
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Install a ventilation system, flue or exhaust fan in the kitchen to remove fumes while cooking
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Switch off and unplug your toaster before trying to remove toast or crumpets that are caught in the toaster
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Remove bread crumbs from the toaster regularly as a build up can be hazardous
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Never leave cooking unattended
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Extension leads:
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Extension cords with damaged plugs or cords should be discarded
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Position extension cords along walls and around furniture
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Extension cords should have 3 pins (plugs with 2 pins are not earthed and should be used only with double insulated electrical equipment)
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Cords should not be draped over benches where they can be caught or grabbed.
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