Electrical safety tips for every day
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Simple habits that prevent most electrical fires and shocks at home.
Most electrical accidents at home come from a few everyday habits. These checks take minutes and make a real difference.
Every day
- Do not chain extension leads or overload one socket with heaters, kettles and irons.
- Unplug chargers and small appliances you are not using.
- Keep water away from sockets in kitchens and bathrooms.
Every month
- Press the test button on your residual current device (RCD).
- Look for scorch marks, warm sockets or buzzing switches.
Call an electrician if
breakers trip often, lights flicker or you smell burning plastic. Switch off the power at the main panel and call our 24/7 line.