National Electrical Safety Month –May is National Electrical Safety Month!

National Electrical Safety Month –May is National Electrical Safety Month! It’s the time of year that we raise awareness on how to avoid potential electrical hazards. According to Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI), an estimated 35,000 home fires, over 1,130 injuries, 500 deaths, and $1.4 billion in property damage occurs each year because of electrical malfunctions.

Whatever your age, you’re never too old or too young to learn about electrical safety.

There are always ways to secure your home from electrical hazards. If you need advice or are unsure, please contact AM Campbell Electricians in Peterhead on Tel: 0787 0332181, www.amcampbell.co.uk

AM Campbell Electricians offer great advice for simple electrical safety practices, please see some suggestions below:

• Check electric cords for fraying or cracking. Replace cords that may be damaged, and don’t overload electric outlets.

• Remember extension cords are intended to be temporary; they are not intended as permanent household wiring.

• Don’t run cords under carpets or rugs and don’t tack or nail cords to walls or floors.

• Keep electric appliances and tools away from water. Never reach for or unplug an appliance that has fallen into water; instead, turn the power off at the breaker before you unplug the appliance or remove it from the water.

• Never put anything other than an electrical plug in an outlet. Use outlet covers or caps to protect children.

• Keep your home’s electrical system in good repair. Contact AM Campbell’s if you have flickering lights, sparks, non-functioning outlets, or need wiring repairs or upgrades.

Following these suggestions, you and your family will find it’s easy to avoid electrically related fires, fatalities, injuries, and damage.

Whether you have questions about your current electrical system, need a home inspection, repairs, or an upgrade, you can “Get it Done Right & Safely” at AM Campbell Electricians in Peterhead. Call 0787 0332181, www.amcampbell.co.uk