We’d like to wish all our customers a very Happy New Year! We hope you’ve had a happy and relaxing Christmas and if you’re anything the team at Dalec, you’ll be looking forward to a busy 2015!
This is a great opportunity to start another year of blog posts with a quick reminder on the importance of electrical safety in the kitchen. Many people don’t realise that the kitchen is the most dangerous room in the house. Over 50% of fires in the home start in the kitchen and with this in mind, electrical safety in the kitchen is absolutely vital. The majority of kitchen fires are due to faulty wiring, pans left unattended or electrical sockets coming into contact with water. Provided you follow a few simple safety rules you’ll be able to ensure that your kitchen is a much safer place to be.
Your kitchen is likely to boast a large number of electrical appliances and gadgets so having an adequate supply of electrical sockets is essential. Never, ever overload sockets and regardless of how small your kitchen may be, you must make sure that electrical sockets are positioned well away from taps and any other sources of water.
If used incorrectly, even if electrical kitchen appliances meet current British safety standards, they can still be potentially dangerous. 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.
It’s important to remember that if you’re planning on moving house or are considering having a new kitchen fitted, it’s essential that you choose registered electrical safety professionals such as Dalec for advice on the wiring in your kitchen. We are specialists in all types of electrical installation and are happy to offer guidance on kitchen safety – from the best places for plug sockets through to safety checks on electrical wiring of any age.
