We know Christmas is still weeks away but it’s that time of year when we like to remind you about the potential dangers of outdoor Christmas lighting. Outdoor lighting is becoming incredibly popular in the UK – last year more than one in four household succumbed to the trend – and with this in mind […]
/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpg00admin/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpgadmin2015-11-03 14:50:452018-10-16 14:12:19Top tips for using outside Christmas lights safely
Following on from last week’s blog post on using alarms and smoke detectors to protect your home from the risk of fire, we thought we’d take the opportunity to cover mains powered smoke alarms. Replacing the battery in a battery powered smoke alarm is, of course, very straightforward but you’d be surprised how many people […]
/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpg00admin/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpgadmin2015-10-26 09:24:122018-10-16 14:12:19Give yourself peace of mind with mains powered smoke alarms
Winter is rapidly approaching and as the temperatures drop the chances are you’ll be lighting the fire or stove and maybe thinking about creating a cosy atmosphere with a few candles. Whilst nothing quite beats the glow from an open fire or candles, the risk of fire is something that should be taken seriously. A […]
/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpg00admin/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpgadmin2015-10-19 08:58:112018-10-16 14:12:19How to protect your home from the risk of fire
If you run your own business you are required by law to ensure that high standards are met when it comes to electrical safety. In order to minimise the risk of injury or accidents, portable electrical equipment should be checked and maintained, however the majority of office equipment is very low-risk. With this in mind, […]
/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpg00admin/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpgadmin2015-10-13 09:31:312018-10-16 14:12:19Running your own business? Do you understand your responsibilities for electrical safety?
From this month onwards, all landlords in the UK will be required by law to ensure that a smoke alarm is installed on every floor of a rental property. In addition, carbon monoxide alarms must be stored in ‘high risk’ rooms, such as rooms which contain a fuel burning device such as a stove or […]
/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpg00admin/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpgadmin2015-10-05 11:42:302018-10-16 14:12:19New law requires smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to be installed in rental properties
Autumn is definitely here and now that the nights are drawing in it’s getting dark earlier and earlier. With this in mind we thought we’d cover the importance of lighting the outside areas of your property. Lighting the outside of your home is very important and is a very effective way to help deter intruders. […]
/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpg00admin/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpgadmin2015-09-29 10:12:342018-10-16 14:12:19Beat the dark nights with security lighting
If you’re considering having electrical work carried out in your home or business premises, it’s important to choose a qualified electrician. Electricity is dangerous and when installations or repairs are carried out by someone who doesn’t have the relevant skills or qualifications, it can prove to be very dangerous indeed. Electricians who carry out installation […]
/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpg00admin/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpgadmin2015-09-22 13:26:322018-10-16 14:12:19Choosing a qualified electrician in Leeds
Electrical safety is very important for all of us and is something that we’ve covered in many of our previous blog posts. However, electrical safety in the home for elderly people is often an aspect of electrical safety that can be overlooked. According to estimates, more than one million people aged over 75 currently live […]
/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpg00admin/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpgadmin2015-09-14 11:13:402018-10-16 14:12:19Electrical safety for elderly people
Although your home or business are likely to be the most valuable things you own, it goes without saying that the safety of your family of employees is of paramount importance. With this in mind, an effective fire protection system is vital and even the most basic smoke alarms are an important way to protect […]
/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpg00admin/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpgadmin2015-09-09 12:31:522018-10-16 14:12:19Is your home or business protected from fire?
Here at Dalec we spend a lot of time carrying out PAT testing for business, commercial and industrial clients. PAT testing is pretty straightforward but is a job that’s absolutely vital if you are to ensure that the electrical equipment on your business premises is working safely and effectively. But what is PAT testing and […]
/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpg00admin/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/logo.jpgadmin2015-08-31 09:58:442018-10-16 14:12:19What is PAT testing and why is it important?
Top tips for using outside Christmas lights safely
news and views, UncategorisedWe know Christmas is still weeks away but it’s that time of year when we like to remind you about the potential dangers of outdoor Christmas lighting. Outdoor lighting is becoming incredibly popular in the UK – last year more than one in four household succumbed to the trend – and with this in mind […]
Give yourself peace of mind with mains powered smoke alarms
news and views, UncategorisedFollowing on from last week’s blog post on using alarms and smoke detectors to protect your home from the risk of fire, we thought we’d take the opportunity to cover mains powered smoke alarms. Replacing the battery in a battery powered smoke alarm is, of course, very straightforward but you’d be surprised how many people […]
How to protect your home from the risk of fire
news and views, UncategorisedWinter is rapidly approaching and as the temperatures drop the chances are you’ll be lighting the fire or stove and maybe thinking about creating a cosy atmosphere with a few candles. Whilst nothing quite beats the glow from an open fire or candles, the risk of fire is something that should be taken seriously. A […]
Running your own business? Do you understand your responsibilities for electrical safety?
news and views, UncategorisedIf you run your own business you are required by law to ensure that high standards are met when it comes to electrical safety. In order to minimise the risk of injury or accidents, portable electrical equipment should be checked and maintained, however the majority of office equipment is very low-risk. With this in mind, […]
New law requires smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to be installed in rental properties
news and views, UncategorisedFrom this month onwards, all landlords in the UK will be required by law to ensure that a smoke alarm is installed on every floor of a rental property. In addition, carbon monoxide alarms must be stored in ‘high risk’ rooms, such as rooms which contain a fuel burning device such as a stove or […]
Beat the dark nights with security lighting
news and views, UncategorisedAutumn is definitely here and now that the nights are drawing in it’s getting dark earlier and earlier. With this in mind we thought we’d cover the importance of lighting the outside areas of your property. Lighting the outside of your home is very important and is a very effective way to help deter intruders. […]
Choosing a qualified electrician in Leeds
news and views, UncategorisedIf you’re considering having electrical work carried out in your home or business premises, it’s important to choose a qualified electrician. Electricity is dangerous and when installations or repairs are carried out by someone who doesn’t have the relevant skills or qualifications, it can prove to be very dangerous indeed. Electricians who carry out installation […]
Electrical safety for elderly people
news and views, UncategorisedElectrical safety is very important for all of us and is something that we’ve covered in many of our previous blog posts. However, electrical safety in the home for elderly people is often an aspect of electrical safety that can be overlooked. According to estimates, more than one million people aged over 75 currently live […]
Is your home or business protected from fire?
news and views, UncategorisedAlthough your home or business are likely to be the most valuable things you own, it goes without saying that the safety of your family of employees is of paramount importance. With this in mind, an effective fire protection system is vital and even the most basic smoke alarms are an important way to protect […]
What is PAT testing and why is it important?
news and views, UncategorisedHere at Dalec we spend a lot of time carrying out PAT testing for business, commercial and industrial clients. PAT testing is pretty straightforward but is a job that’s absolutely vital if you are to ensure that the electrical equipment on your business premises is working safely and effectively. But what is PAT testing and […]