DIY = DIE
Don’t die trying to be an electrician. It is illegal to do your own electrical work but more importantly it can also be deadly. Some people think they can fix electrical issues by themselves, but it takes years to become a licensed electrician.
DIY = DIE when it comes to electrical work.
Handy hints for staying safe
- Never use damaged or broken power tools or extension cords
- Never use ageing or faulty electrical appliances
- Never ignore minor shocks or tingles
- Never touch anything electrical with wet hands or feet
- Don’t try to fix submersible pumps, electricity and water is a deadly mix.
- Avoid “piggybacking’ adaptors, instead use a power board with a built in safety device.
- Clean the lint filter in your clothes dryer after each use.
- Check electrical blankets at the start of each winter for damaged wires, plugs, leads and hot spots.
- Clean rangehood filters regularly.
- Clean ovens and cook tops regularly
- Never use a portable electrical appliance or place an extension lead where it could be splashed or fall into a swimming pool.
- When using a metal ladder, always use a ladder with rubber feet
- Never leave electrical appliances unattended around children
Electrical safety tips for kids
- Use childproof plugs in used power points
- Keep toasters out of reach so children can’t put metal or other objects in them.
- Never let children play with electrical cords and don’t leave cords dangling over benches or within your child’s reach.
- Keep all appliances away from water.
- Never fly kites near power lines
- Never climb trees near power lines
