Be safe if carrying out Electrical Maintenance


By following simple rules when carrying out Electrical Maintenance, you can feel in your home and improve the efficiency of your electrical system. 

Just one mishap away that could cause an electrical fire or one electric shock can be fatal so be 100% sure to keep these steps in mind for proper when carrying out electrical maintenance:

#1 Safety First

When carrying out any maintenance in your home always make sure the power is turned off. Something as easy as changing a lamp in a light fitting can be dangerous. Unless you can be 100% sure that the light switch is off, turn it off at the fuse board. 
Image result for badly connected electrical plug tops 
Never allow your plugs to get like this, if you start to see the core on any lead they need to be remade. This is a simple process and can be carried out with the most basic tools. 



C:\Users\Dave\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\INetCache\Content.MSO\FEEA64FE.tmpWhen remaking a plug always make sure that only enough sheathing is taken off so when the cable is re-terminated no copper can be seen, also always ensure that the cord grip is tightened onto the outer sheath of the flex.


Never ever start any Electrical Installations and Maintenance without preparation and safety tools. Always make sure to turn off the power to the specific circuit whenever you’re working with electrical items. You should know that water and electricity don’t get along, so make sure to unplug the unit before cleaning. 

Either you would notice the lights or electricity are constantly flickering or you feel a mild electric shock when plugging into an outlet, call the professional to inspect your home for potentially serious electrical issues. 


 #2 Use electronics accordingly

Being sensible around the home when using electrical outlets and accessories. Never overload socket outlets using adaptors or extension leads and remember water and electricity don’t mix. Never turn on light switches or unplug things with wet hands!

Current regulations make it a requirement that all new installations are fitted with consumer units (fuse boards) RCBO these are designed to switch off the circuit immediately should there be dangerous occurrences. If you have an old fuse board it might be worth investing in a new consumer unit.    


#3 Be careful of plugs and cables

Image result for badly connected electrical plug topsNever allow your plugs to get like this, if you start to see the core on any lead they need to be remade. This is a simple process and can be carried out with the most basic tools. 

When remaking a plug always make sure that only enough sheathing is taken off so when the cable is re-terminated no copper can be seen, also always ensure that the cord grip is tightened onto the outer sheath of the flex.

C:\Users\Dave\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\INetCache\Content.MSO\FEEA64FE.tmpWhen using extension leads never be tempted to overload them, this is a major case of electrical fire. If you see the plug or the socket outlet discolouring unplug it and don’t use the outlet Socket outlets and plugs should never get warm!
 
Unplug extension leads if you are not using them to avoid any electric and fire hazards. 
If you just purchased an older home or you are unsure of your electric’s, then you may want to have a professional who performs a full wiring inspection.


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