In today’s world, electricity has become a part of our everyday life, something that we cannot do without even for a few minutes. However, this modern reliance also makes us prone to potential electrical hazards at home that can be lethal at times. Fortunately, these hazards can be eliminated or easily reduced by staying aware and ensuring some basic safety measures at home. We have compiled five simple ways to protect you from electrical hazards:
Use PVC Wires & Cables
PVC insulated cables are versatile, high in tensile strength, flexible, and can bear all types of fluctuating temperatures. Along with these dynamic properties, PVC complies with all regulations and safety standards, making them a great option for home appliances, wiring of circuits, house wiring, and other power supply solutions. Besides, PVC wires & cables are also highly ductile, tough, and resistant to rusting or abrasion, you can easily use them for your outdoor products as well.
Don’t overload your outlets
One of the most crucial rules of electrical safety at home is to be cautious of not overloading any of the electrical outlets under any circumstances. As every wall plug at home is designed to deliver a certain amount of energy, plugging in too many appliances into one socket may overburden it causing the circuit wiring to overheat, short out, or spark. Even while using an extension cord, be mindful of not charging high-current devices such as blowers, microwaves, etc. into one, as it hazardous, likely to result in fluctuations, trips, and even electrical fires.
Install
surge protectors
Surge protectors are a great way of protecting your devices at home against any sudden voltage spikes. Installed with circuit boards, these devices help to regulate the power by either blocking or grounding, thereby ensuring a safe level of current passing through the equipment.
Surge protector offers protection in joules, i.e. the maximum amount of energy it can easily absorb before it completely fails. Generally, the more joules the better, for maximum protection, go for buying a protector with a grade of at least 600 joules.
Keep a regular check on cords
A regular check on the cuts, cracks, and damages to the cords and wires can effortlessly save your home against electrical hazards. However, this simple practice is often overlooked in homes.
The defective cords make your home prone to electrical accidents-fire, power surges, and other severe consequences. In case you find any cable even slightly damaged, instantly avoid using it and get it repaired or replaced by a qualified electrician. Also, always buy good quality wiring that complies with the safety standards wherein PVC insulated wires are the best option, both in terms of cost and safety.
Child-proof plug points
Toddlers often tend to play with the sockets and try poking their fingers, or putting their toys and objects in them. This can be extremely dangerous, as there is always a risk of experiencing an electrical shock. Therefore, ensure that you child-proof the standard electrical outlets by covering them with self-closing outlet covers, tamper-resistant receptacles, plugs, etc.
Be cautious about light bulbs
Lightbulbs are the most commonly used electrical appliances, however, they can become an electrical hazard if not stored or used with caution. Always be extra careful about where you store them, keep them away from flammable materials preferably in a dark area with cool room temperatures. Also, when replacing the blub always turn it off and let it cool. Another important thing to remember is not to use wet hands while touching the switch.
Now acquainted with these
protective measures, make sure you follow them and take immediate steps, if
required, to keep your home safe and secure against any electrical hazard.
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