Safety Precautions When Handling Electrical Appliances

Mishandle electrical appliances at home

Mishandling of electrical appliances may cause electric shock, fire, burns and death due to electrocution

Do not touch electrical appliances with wet hands

A person with wet hands will get shock since wet body can act as a good conductor of electricity

Do not use electrical appliances that are faulty

Faulty electrical appliances can cause electrical surges in the home

Steps to conserve electricity towards sustainable living

Use energy saving bulbs and ensure all electrical equipment which are not in use is switched off

Safety measure you should take before repairing electrical equipment

Turn off the switch

the importance of emphasizing safety measures when operating electrical equipment

To prevent accidents

keep your hands dry when touching an electrical switch

To prevent electrocution

What should you do before unplugging an electrical equipment from a socket

Turn off the switch on the socket

How many plugs should you connect to one socket

Only one plug

While using electrical equipment

Monitor electrical equipment