5 key electrical safety rules

What are the key 5 electrical safety rules to teach my kids?

Asked by Patrick on 24th Oct 2022
Expert Trade Answers
"When removing a plug, turn it off and don’t pull on the cord
Never fly kites near power lines, always find open space
Stay away from power stations no matter the situation
If you see a broken wire, don’t touch it and tell a parent
Never leave devices plugged in and charging while you sleep
Do not buy or use a fake charger"
Answered on 18th Aug 2023 - Member since Jul 2023 - report
"Keep all metal objects such as cutlery out of toasters.
Never put your fingers or anything into a plug socket.
Keep water away from electricals, such as hairdryers.
Obey warning signs, never put yourself/others in danger.
When removing a plug, turn it off and don't pull on the cord."
Answered on 24th Oct 2022 - Member since Mar 2022 - report
"Never put a finger or object into a sky outlet
Never put metal objects into an electrical toaster
Never expect electrical cables to be dead when switched of at distribution board always test to check that circuits dead
Never fly kites near overhead power lines"
Answered on 24th Oct 2022 - Member since Feb 2021 - report
"Dont do the work yourself get someone who knows what there doing and repeat 5 times"
Answered on 24th Oct 2022 - Member since Dec 2021 - report
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