Electrical and Appliance Fire Safety

2/9/2021 (Permalink)

Do not overload electrical sockets!

Over half of all home electrical fires involve lighting equipment or home electrical wiring.

• Check your electrical cords for cracks or damages. If damage is found, don’t try to repair them. Replace them instead.
• Extension cords should only be used as a temporary source. Have an electrician install additional outlets, if needed.
• Don’t overload extension cords or wall outlets.
• Never use an extension cord with a heat-producing appliance (coffee maker, space heater, or microwave). Plug only one heat-producing appliance directly into a wall outlet at a time.
• Major appliances, such as a refrigerator, stove, washer, or dryer should be plugged directly into a wall outlet.
• Use power strips that have internal overload protection.
• Use light bulbs that match the recommended wattage on a lamp or light fixture.