When using electrical outlets, you need to be aware of the following possible dangers:
– Electrically charged outlets
– Electrically exposed outlets
– Children putting their hands into the outlets
– Loose electrical outlets leading to electrical short circuits
Use safe electrical outlets
2. Use electrical outlets, plugs and other electrical equipment safely.
– Use electrical outlets and plugs to always ensure they are dry.
– Plugging or unplugging must be done firmly, ensuring that the outlets do not generate sparks when plugging and unplugging the plug from the outlet, reducing the risk of fire or explosion.
– Before removing the outlet, remove the fuse or turn off the circuit breaker, use an electrical tester to check again.
– The location of the outlet and electrical switch should be located away from the water source, easy to observe and convenient to operate. The electrical panel and outlet must be securely fixed to the wall, and the electrical panel and outlet must be well insulated.
– Do not leave the plug head loose, as doing so will easily generate sparks causing short circuits and fires.
– Do not use open or cracked plugs. Do not place the outlet near water or damp walls.
– Do not use multiple high-power devices in the same socket, which can easily cause a fire in the outlet.
– Do not use water to extinguish the fire when you see a short circuit in the socket, but calmly turn off the power source.
– Do not hold the cord of the plug to pull it out of the socket, because doing so will easily break the cord and damage the plug head.
– The power cord to the socket and the plug must be regularly checked for damage and replaced, and the cord should not be connected to the socket head.
– Cover the sockets: You can stick or buy protective pads to cover the sockets. These pads are designed to prevent your hands from touching unused sockets, they act as an internal barrier and only open the correct area of the socket so that you can plug the plug in when needed, and fingers and strange objects cannot get in.
– Use child-proof plastic pads: There are plastic pads on the market that protect children from electrical sockets, this is an effective and safe product, you should use it when your family has small children. You can install childproof covers on unprotected electrical outlets. These covers come in a variety of sizes and are designed to fit standard outlets. Protect unused outlets with a spring-loaded cover that is easy for adults to open but difficult for children to access.
Plastic protector to prevent curious children from sticking their fingers into the socket
– Outlet covers: In addition to child-proof plastic covers, you can also attach plastic covers to electrical outlets in your home, especially low-lying, easily bumped electrical outlets.
– Power-off locks: Install switch locks. These locks usually fit on some standard switches and can be used quite conveniently as a lock to prevent children from turning on and off lights or other equipment.
Always be vigilant to prevent children from approaching electrical plugs and sockets
– Night lights: Use night lights to make your baby feel safe in the dark. They are suitable for nursing rooms, bathrooms, bedrooms, and come in a variety of child-friendly images such as teddy bears, dinosaurs, and angels. Some models also have automatic on/off features such as turning on at dusk and off at dusk. This is also a popular model that fits into standard dual sockets, both preventing curious fingers from entering electrical outlets and providing warm light at night.
Always make sure your child is aware that water and electricity are two things that should not come into contact with each other; electrical appliances such as radios and hair dryers should never be placed near the sink or bathtub.
– Light bulbs: Make sure that each outlet within reach of your child has a light bulb in it.
– Electrical outlets and switches must be installed at a height of more than 1.35m so that children cannot reach them.
Use electrical cords safely
3. Use electrical cords safely
– When connecting electrical wires, connect them alternately and use insulating tape to wrap around the joints.
– Use a special conduit to thread electrical wires when wiring them in walls or floors.
– When checking for electrical problems, be careful when drilling holes in the wall for electrical wires.
– If there are problems such as burnt wires, short circuits, etc., the circuit breaker must be turned off before handling them.
– Absolutely do not use live electrical wires as clotheslines or hook them to other objects.
– Do not hook, hook, or clamp electrical wires to another surface with rivets.
– Do not pull or jerk the wire, causing it to break or damage the outer insulation of the wire
– Do not use wall-piercing tools such as metal chisels or drills to impact the electrical wires hidden in the wall.
– Avoid using extension cords in children’s rooms whenever possible. Children are very likely to pick them up and chew them, especially when nothing is plugged in, or pull on them, causing lamps or other electrical appliances to fall over. Remember, when making your home child-proof, you should prevent all electrical hazards.
Teach children to never touch a broken or exposed electrical cord, never touch any electrical appliance with wet hands or bare feet on a wet floor. Stay away from broken or exposed electrical cords. Tell an adult if you see frayed or exposed electrical cords.
– Parents should always remind their children to stay away from electrical cords and not use them as toys.
Wishing you and your family safe and effective use of electrical outlets, plugs and electrical cords!
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