cable length. Don´t put one multiple socket outlet after the other. When you go out. Always turn off your Christmas tre
Festive Season Safety Once a year, twinkling fairy lights and colourful holiday decorations come out of storage to illuminate our homes and work places. But before you transform your space into a Christmas grotto that would be the envy of Santa’s elves, we’ve got a few top tips to share with you…
Did you know…
Christmas tree fires Half of home Christmas tree fires occur between Dec 22nd – Jan 5th.
Unsafe electrical decoration failures or malfunctions are a factor in
1/3
of all Christmas tree fires.
working smoke alarm
Having a reduces one’s chances of dying in a fire by nearly half.
Our top tips for a safe holiday season... 1
Check your decorations Electrical decorations that aren’t in tip top shape can cause electrical shock or even a fire. Before you plug in a single strand of Christmas lights, you need to make sure they aren’t damaged. Look for cracked cords, loose connections, damaged sockets and loose or bare wires.
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Be aware Your electrical outlets are made to handle a certain amount of wattage. If you push the socket beyond its limits, it can cause a fire. Make sure you spread your lights across multiple outlets to ease the load and stay safe.
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For outdoor decorations Ensure that plugs and transformers are plugged in indoors, even if the lighting is suitable for outdoors. Take care of the cable length. Don´t put one multiple socket outlet after the other.
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When you go out Always turn off your Christmas tree lights before leaving the house or going to bed.
