Safety

Ergon Energy Man's TOP 10 EVERYDAY SAFETY TIPS - for you and your family!

  1. Don't do electrical jobs yourself!
  2. Have damaged power points and cords replaced immediately.
  3. Ensure you have a safety switch and test it every 3 months.
  4. Never touch electrical appliances or switches with wet hands.
  5. Always check for concealed electrical cables before drilling into walls, floors and ceilings.
  6. Never piggyback double adapters, use a powerboard.
  7. Stay clear of fallen powerlines. Warn others to stay away. Call triple zero (000) or 13 16 70.
  8. Never touch someone who is receiving an electric shock - you may receive a shock as well. If possible, turn off the power. Stay well clear and call triple zero (000).
  9. Install smoke detectors.
  10. Keep emergency numbers close to your telephone.