Electrical safety is vital but becomes especially important if you have children. There are a number of things you can do to keep your kids and your whole family safe.
Many parents assume that the blank plastic covers that can be used to cover electrical sockets are the best way to prevent electrical shocks. However, regular sockets are generally safe and using covers will not prevent an electric shock if the socket itself is badly installed and unsafe.
The very best way to reduce the risk of electrical fires and to be safe from electric shocks is to have a fusebox with RCD protection, or to use a plug-in RCD protector.
Appliance cords must be kept out of reach of children, especially cords which are attached to hot items such as electric kettles, irons or hairdryers. Appliance cords must never be left unconnected and plugged in – mobile phone chargers for example – as your child may be tempted to put the end of the cable in their mouth.
Finally, don’t forget to unplug appliances when they’re not in use!
