Safety while using electricity

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Safety while using electricity


While changing bulbs

• Light bulbs should be changed by grown ups only

• Even grown ups should switch off the electric supply while changing the light bulbs


Sockets

• Do not overload an electric socket

• Do not put anything else inside the socket

• Sockets should be protected with child guards when not in use in households with small children


Electric cords

• Electric cords should not trail on the ground

• Try and avoid unnecessarily long cords

• Replace cords that are frayed


Electric appliances

• Electric appliances should be connected to a grounded outlet

• Electric appliances should be safely stored

• Do not use the appliances near water

• Do not leave the appliances running unattended



General safety tips

• Switch off all plugs when not in use• Be careful while using a water heater• Electric geysers should be switched off when not in use• Oven and microwave should not be left running without

supervision• Always handle electric appliances with dry hands• Do not use a hair dryer in the bathroom• Do not cut and make adjustments to electric cords• Switch off all electric supply when on a vacation• Switch off mains in case of a fire



Take care – Be safe

Parents should educate their child about electric safety rules. Do not leave your child unattended in a room where any electric appliance is switched on. Discourage your child from any kind of dangerous games that involves electricity.

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Safety while using electricity