Electricity safety tips

Safety tips

• Do not pull out plugs by the cord.  This damages the cable and can lead to electrical wires being exposed.
• Do not put bare electrical wires into sockets.
• Do not touch any electrical appliances with wet hands.
• Never use electricity in the bathroom; water and electricity are a dangerous combination.
• Do not pass electric cords from one room to another through hinges of doors or windows where they can be squashed or damaged.
• Do not overload plug points.
• Never leave electrical appliances unattended while in use.
• Switch off heaters, stoves, and kettles when no longer in use.
• Ensure that you purchase electrical products from reputable companies, distributers, and retailers.
• Report illegal connections and other forms of electricity theft.

If your children like to go out and play in the fresh air, warn them about the following:

• Avoid playing near power lines or substations.
• Do not fly kites near power lines. If a kite gets stuck in a power line, do not try to retrieve it; you could be hurt.
• Never climb trees or other structures near power lines. – SAnews.gov.za