Happy New Year to all our customers! We hope you’ve had a happy and relaxing Christmas and if you’re anything like the team here at Dalec, you’ll be looking forward to a busy 2014!
We thought we’d kick off this year’s blogs with a reminder about electrical safety in the kitchen. Now you may not have realised it but the kitchen is the most dangerous room in the house. More than 50% of house fires begin in a kitchen. Kitchen fires can start for a variety of reasons but most are due to faulty wiring, pans left unattended or when electrical sockets come into contact with water. However by following a few simple electrical safety rules, you can help make your kitchen a safer place to be!
Now most modern kitchens boast an alarming number of electrical appliances and gadgets so having an adequate supply of electrical sockets is essential. Never overload sockets and regardless of how small your kitchen may be, it is vital that sockets are positioned well away from taps and any other sources of water.
Even if electrical kitchen appliances meet current British safety standards, they can still be potentially dangerous if used incorrectly. Smaller kitchen appliances such as toasters, microwaves and kettles should always be turned off when not in use and it’s important to ensure that electric chords are kept well away from hot surfaces such as cooker hobs. It goes without saying that small appliances should never be positioned under or near curtains or blinds.
If you’ve moved house or are considering having a new kitchen fitted, it’s important to contact registered safety professionals such as Dalec for advice on the electrical wiring in your kitchen. As specialists in all types of electrical installation, we can offer guidance on the best places for plug sockets and can carry out safety checks on electrical wiring of any age.
Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you have any questions about electrical safety in your home. We’re specialists in electrical safety and electrical installations – our services are available to homes and businesses throughout Leeds and West Yorkshire.
