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1. Electrical Safety Tips for Residential Spaces Follow simple safety tips to avoid hazardous electrical accidents and protect your family Prepared by

2. Avoid Electrical Accidents Safety shouldn’t be compromised, especially when it comes to electricity. Electrical mishap is one of the most common and dangerous residential accidents. Avoid improper installation, lack of maintenance, incorrect operation and follow safety tips to safeguard your home and family. Prepared by

3. Safety with Electrical Plugs and Cords • If you want to disconnect the electrical device, pull the plug, not the cord. This is not only safe but extends life of appliance • Don’t touch the electrical cord with wet hands as there are chances of getting hit by electrical shocks • If you find electrical cords are damaged or worn out, get it replaced ASAP, to avoid major problems • Keep electrical device cord / extension cord away from contact of water and heat Prepared by

4. In case of Fuse Blow • In case of fuse blow or circuit tripping, immediately switch off the electrical appliances, lights, anything which runs on electricity before taking any action • If you are planning to replace the fuse, make sure to replace it with similar rating fuse • Check fuse periodically, to avoid sudden fuse problem • If the problem cannot be fixed by yourself, don’t hesitate to call electricians, it is the safest and wisest decision Prepared by

5. Use of Electrical Appliances • Before you use any electrical appliance, make sure you are well aware of its usage. It is advisable to read the manual carefully to avoid any electrical problem • Unplug the electrical devices, when not in use • Never ever place electrical devices near water or source of water. It can turn out to be very dangerous Prepared by

6. Safety Switches for Safety Purpose • It is crucial to connect electrical devices to safety switches before using. Hence install safety switch at your meter box • Make it a thumb rule to test safety switches, every three months for safety purpose. It's easy to test, Safety switches. It comes with a 'T' button which indicates Test, simply press it • If the switch power turns off then it means safety switch is in good condition Prepared by

7. Childproof Electrical Outlets / Sockets It is very very crucial to keep children away from electrical sockets or devices but we have noticed that children mostly get attracted towards electrical sockets and try to insert fingers or poke things inside the socket holes. Hence, if you have kids at your home, it is essential to install childproof plugs to avoid any kind of mishap. Prepared by

8. Hire licensed electricians No matter if the electrical problem is minor or major, it is sensible to get help of licensed electricians as you will be guaranteed with reliable, timely, efficient and most importantly safety service. For installation, repair or replacement of electrical wiring and devices, hire electricians. Prepared by

9. Conclusion • Doing electrical work yourself is a risky task, hire qualified electricians to get work done in right way. • Looking for electricians in Adelaide? Hire professionals from Alectric and get electrical services done at affordable cost. • Call – 8249 9855 Prepared by