Electrical safety social media toolkit

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Indoor electrical safety

• Major appliances (refrigerators, dryers, washers, stoves, air conditioners, microwave ovens, etc.) should be plugged directly into a wall receptacle outlet. Extension cords and plug strips should not be used.
• Extension cords should only be used temporarily. Have a licensed electrician install additional wall outlets where you need them. Find one at www.technicalsafetybc.ca/find-licensed-contractor 
• Don’t overload extension cords or wall outlets.
• Check your electrical cords. If they are cracked or damaged, replace them. Don’t try to repair them.
• Use light bulbs that match the recommended wattage on the lamp or fixture.
• Electrical work should only be done by a licensed electrician. Find one at www.technicalsafetybc.ca/find-licensed-contractor 

Outdoor electrical safety

• Use lighting, extension cords and power tools that are listed by a qualified test laboratory and make sure they are made for outdoor use.
• Check lighting and extension cords for damage before using. Remember that extension cords aren't meant for long-term use.
• Have a licensed electrician do all electrical work. Find one at www.technicalsafetybc.ca/find-licensed-contractor 
• To prevent electrical shock, make sure all your outside electrical receptacles are GFCI (ground-fault circuit interrupter) protected. 

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#FireSafety #FirePrevention #ApplianceSafety #CheckYourCords #ElectricalFireSafety

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