Top 10 Electrical Safety Tips from Western Power

1. Install a circuit breaker device.
2. Read all the instructions for appliances carefully before using them to make sure they are used correctly and safely.
3. Make sure that the appliance is switched off before removing the plug from the power point.
4. Switch off appliances at the power point, when not in use.
5. If your appliance fails to operate, blows a fuse, overheats or sparks heavily, disconnect the appliance and have it checked by a licensed electrical contractor or the Western Power Safety Watchit Van.
6. Broken switches and sockets are dangerous. Have them immediately replaced by a licensed electrical contractor.
7. Remember that light fittings are usually connected to live wires, even if the light switch is turned off. Light fittings, switches and power points should not be removed for painting.
8. Aluminium ladders, metal scaffold and painters' trestles can be a real electrical hazard. When working close to wiring, they should not be used.
9. Nailing and fixing metal roofing and tile battens can be dangerous and care should be taken to avoid contact with electrical cables. Electrical equipment should be kept away from pools and spas at all times.
10. Never use extension cords near a pool.

Visit the Western Power website for more Electrical Safety tips and information - www.westernpower.com.au

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EnergySafety is responsible for the technical and safety regulation of all the electrical industry and most of the gas industry in Western Australia.

EnergySafety also promotes electrical and gas appliance safety and efficiency and participates in the State’s emergency management framework.

Visit the EnergySafety website at www.energysafety.wa.gov.au for information on the safe use of gas and electicity.

Electricians can visit the site for information on licensing, electrical installing work and the Electrical Licensing Board (ignore links)