Tips To Improve Electrical Safety At Home
Avoid Electric Shocks and Improve Your Electrical Safety at Home With These Tips
1. At least once a calendar year, push the test button on the differential switch located in the switch room.
It is defective if pressing the lever does not activate it. You are not protected in this situation. All people living together or using the same space should know the location of the meter room and how to turn the power off or reconnect it in the event that the home power fails.
2. Before changing the fuses in your old house, find out what caused them to blow.
If you’re experiencing problems with your electrical system, contact a PERL Electrical electrician who’s authorized by the Industrial and Energy Department in your province.
3. Connecting multiple sockets at once is not recommended.
Do not use T-branches, thieves or other sockets.
4. After using portable appliances, it is convenient to unplug them.
Check the power contract and the appliance’s instructions before starting it up.
We advise that you separate household appliances such as televisions and stoves from the wall to allow air to flow. This will prevent overheating which can lead to fire.
5. Disconnect the appliance before handling it.
Check that the appliance is dry before disconnecting it.
6. It is not possible to manipulate an installation without voltage.
You will need to remove the differential switch and make sure that the circuit you intend to work on is not voltage.
7. Before replacing a bulb that has blown, disconnect the circuit breakers.
8. Unplug the appliance immediately if it is bypassed. Call a technician.
Do not use appliances that have damaged or broken sockets, plugs, cables, or sockets.
9. Water and electricity combined in the bathroom and kitchen can be dangerous.
To avoid unnecessary risk, it is important to follow some basic rules. In the kitchen, keep electrical appliances away from the sink.
10. Avoid attracting the attention of children with loose cables or plugs.
Do not touch them or manipulate them when they are near. Keep electrical appliances out of their reach.
11. Keep your hands dry when you plug in, unplug and connect.
It is not recommended that you use electrical appliances barefoot, or with your hands or feet wet. Instead, it is best to wear shoes.
12. Never pull the cord.
Pull the body of the insulating connector to unplug the appliance.
13. Never use cables that are damaged or worn out.
The smallest crack in a wire could cause an accident. It should be replaced immediately.
14. Under no circumstances should cables be placed under carpets, or any surface that can support weight.
The cable may become damaged over time and cause a fire.
Avoid Electric Shocks and Improve Your Electrical Safety at Home With These Tips 1. At least once a calendar year, push the test button on the differential switch located in the switch room. It is defective if pressing the lever does not activate it. You are not protected in this situation. All people living together or using the…