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Electricity is part of our everyday lives. It heats, cools, cooks
and entertains. However, sometimes it's easy to take it for granted
around the home. When an accident happens it can be fatal, so it's
important to remember to be electricity safe.
That's why we've put together these Home Safety pages. They're
full of useful information such as a list of the common causes of
accidents (and important advice on how to avoid them), plus a handy
checklist for you and your family to complete.
Common causes of electrical accidents
Many tragedies involving electricity can be prevented by following
simple safety procedures. The most common causes of electrical accidents
are:
- A lack of maintenance of electrical equipment
- The home handyperson performing electrical work instead of using
a licensed electrical contractor
- Contact with overhead wires
Simply being aware of these dangers will help to reduce the risks,
but there is much more you can do.
Teach your children
Teaching your children from a very early age about the dangers of
electricity is crucial. They should be aware that electrical appliances,
cords, switches and power points are not to be played with.
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