Electrical Safety During the Holidays
11/18/2019 (Permalink)
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As the holiday season is upon us, it is important to remember a few tips to maintain electrical safety during the most wonderful time of the year. Below are a few tips to keep in mind.
- Inspect all of your holiday lights. To prevent accidental fires, throw out any strands of lights that have frayed cords. Also, replace any broken or cracked bulbs.
- Use only UL-Listed lights and extension cords.
- Do not overload electrical sockets, extension cords, or power strips.
- It is never a good idea to plug an extension cord into a power strip.
- When hanging electrical decorations and lights, it is best to use a wooden or fiberglass ladder rather than a metal one for your own safety.
- Always turn off holiday lights before leaving the house or going to bed.