Electrical Safety
Introducing the Safety - Electrical Safety section on our blog where we post some of the electrical safety advice available today.
We sell and distribute a lot of electrical items, switches and sockets, and lights on our website, and they all connect to electricity.
It is imperative that you use a registered electrician when it comes to installing or wiring things.
And if it comes to doing things yourself, make sure you are safe. Electricity can kill. It is not a joke.
Whether you're installing or using a heater, changing the sockets to USB sockets or dimmers to LED dimmers, or simply using an extension socket, make sure you are safe.
Fluke Advice: 4 Reasons to Upgrade your Multifunction Installation Tester Now
Based on this article by Fluke, here are the four main reasons an electrician needs to upgrade his multifunction installation tester now!
Having a Smart Home that is also Safe: Safer Smarter Homes
These days there are so many smart things, smart devices, and smart technologies that can make our home smarter; as we have a smart home, we also need to make sure it is safe.
What is an AFDD and Who Needs an Arc Fault Detection Device?
We have recently lowered the prices for the Hager AFDDs and we thought we should introduce the Arc Fault Detection Devices - what they are, who needs them, and what are their use.
What is Part P of the Building Regulations and How it Affects Us
You may have heard of Part P of the Building Regulations; in this article we want to delve into what it covers, how it affects us, and what needs to be done in case of electrical wiring alterations at home.
How to Find a Registered Electrician Near You in the UK
If you are wondering how to find a registered electrician near you in the UK, we put together the guide below to aid you in this endeavour.
Advice for Parents: How to Keep your Children Safe around Electricity
Advice for Parents: How to Keep your Children Safe around Electricity; all parents need to know the advice and rules regarding how to keep the children safe from electricity
Top Tips for Safely Using Portable Heaters at Home
Using a portable heater at home is very convenient, but safely using portable heaters is a must; here are the top tips for using portable heaters at home.
What Is An RCBO & How Does It Work?
Find out what an RCBO is and how it works. Learn the different types of circuit breakers, how they work, and why you should use them in your home or business.
If you like DIY, here are Top 5 Tips for Electrical Safety when DIY
It can be tempting for any of us to have a go at DIY tasks instead of calling in a registered...
Tips for Fire and Electrical Safety and Avoiding Electrical Fires at Home
When it comes to fire safety and electrical fires, we can become very complacent due to a feeling...
Why you should have Fire-Rated Cable Supports or Clips for Cable Management
The 18th Edition Wiring Regulations brought about a great number of rules to improve the safety of...
Electrical safety in the bathroom: Sockets, Lights, Showers, and Electric Heaters
It is well known that combining water and electricity is a recipe for disaster, as water is highly...
Are the USB Socket Chargers Safe for Children, and more on USB Integrated Sockets
Electrical appliances and outlets can be dangerous for anyone - but particular care needs to be...
Simple Visual Safety Checks around your Home that can Save your Life
When we are at home, we usually feel very safe and become complacent. However, overlooking...
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A Simple Guide to Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR)
Here is a simple guide to electrical installation condition reports (EICR), what it is and how to take care of it. Full info in the article.