{"id":7325,"date":"2023-05-31T11:24:37","date_gmt":"2023-05-31T16:24:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aipflorida.com\/?p=7325"},"modified":"2023-05-31T11:24:37","modified_gmt":"2023-05-31T16:24:37","slug":"home-electrical-safety-checklist-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aipflorida.com\/es\/blog\/home-electrical-safety-checklist-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Home Electrical Safety Checklist & Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"
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You power your home with energy, but do you practice electrical and appliance safety? The\u00a0United States Consumer Product Safety Commission<\/a>\u00a0reports that 31,000 home electrical fires occur every year, and with over 180 cases involving electrocution or electricity-related incidents that could have been avoided, home electrical safety is too important to ignore. At Constellation, we care about the safety of our customers, and by following these electrical safety tips at home you can protect yourself and your family.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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What causes electrical fires in homes?<\/h2>\n

The\u00a0National Fire Protection Association<\/a>\u00a0notes that faulty or damaged wiring and related electrical equipment cause 69 percent of electrical fires, followed by lamps, light fixtures, cords, plugs, transformers and other power supplies. When looking for potential fire hazards in your home, always be sure to consult with a professional.<\/p>\n

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10 Tips for Electrical Safety at Home<\/b><\/h2>\n

Many electrical fires\u00a0can be prevented<\/a>\u00a0by following some simple electricity safety tips.\u00a0In our home electrical safety checklist below, there are 10 precautions every homeowner should know and follow. Always remember to ask a professional if you\u2019re uncertain about the safety of an electrical outlet or appliance.\u00a0Download a PDF of the\u00a010 tips checklist<\/a>.<\/p>\n

1. Always follow appliance instructions for improved electrical safety.<\/h3>\n

\u00abRead the instructions\u00bb should top the list of electrical safety tips at home. Understanding home appliance safety improves both the performance of your device and your personal safety. Should any appliance give you even a slight electrical shock, stop using it until a qualified electrician checks it for problems.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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2. Watch out for overloaded outlets to protect your home.<\/h3>\n

Overloading an electrical outlet is a common cause of electrical problems. Check all outlets to ensure they are cool to the touch, have protective faceplates and are in proper working order. According to\u00a0ESFI<\/a>, you can follow these electrical outlet safety tips:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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