The Best Electrical Safety Tips

Electrical safety involves handling and maintaining electrically powered equipment to prevent incidents, as well as knowing the “basics” to stay safe at home. Proper training is required to correctly identify and control hazards to keep the environment safe for those around. However, whether at work or at home, you can learn how to keep a safe place, free from any risky electrical situations. Here are some safety tips to help you avoid electrical hazards.

Water

Remember: Water plus electricity is a synonym for danger. Water is one of the best conductors, and if you touch water and electricity you also act as a conductor, which can be extremely dangerous. In order to prevent shock, avoid the following:

• Bringing or storing liquids around electronics to avoid any potential spills
• Avoid using appliances near a sink, bathtub, shower, or any other source of water;
• Keep electrical cords and plugs away from sources of water;
• Avoid touching anything electrical — light switches, cords, appliances, outlets, etc. — when you are wet.
• Wires and Cords

Properly install and order wires and cords. Keep electrical cords out of the way (and out of the reach of pets that might chew on them). Messy cables that are all over the place can also become a tripping hazard. When you are unplugging a cord, unplug it at the base of the plug, not by yanking the cord. Also, never touch or plug in any cords that are broken or have exposed wires, and always replace exposed wires and broken cords.

Keep an Eye On Outlets and Plugs

Don’t stick your fingers, toys, or any other objects in electrical outlets or sockets and use outlet covers when children are nearby to prevent electrocution. Never let children unplug or plug something in without permission or supervision. And, as a best practice, don’t plug too many appliances into one outlet.

 

Ask For Help From A Professional!

Always ask an expert to take care of any electrical problem. In case of an emergency, don’t hesitate to call the emergency services, who will tell you how to safely assist the situation until help arrives.

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