Guard Against the Dangers of Electrical Fires

Guard Against the Dangers of Electrical Fires

As the days get shorter and colder, employees need to remain vigilant about the dangers of electrical fires as they turn up the heat. Keep your workplace warm and safe by following these guidelines.

Maintain your equipment. Check out every piece of electric equipment you have, looking for frayed cords, burned outlets, and other potential hazards. Repair or replace anything that’s not in good condition.

Place heaters appropriately. If you rely on space heaters, don’t locate them under desks or in enclosed areas where the heat they provide might start a fire or melt the insulation around electrical appliances.

Don’t overload your circuits. Use power strips, not extension cords, to avoid damage to your wiring. And be sure that your cords aren’t lying anywhere they could trip and injure a co-worker.

Watch your combustibles. Don’t store cardboard boxes or paper goods near electric equipment or outlets. The heat they produce could start a fire. 

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