Portable Heater Safety Card

Electrical Safety First 1 The UK's electrical safety experts Portable heaters are responsible for 4% of house fires with a worrying number of injuries and fatalities associated. Highlighted are some common misuses, also some tips on how you can stay safe. Regularly inspect your heater for damage and deterioration. Don't use it if it isn't in good condition. 2 3 4 Never plug a heater into an extension lead: they can easily be Never, ever use a portable heater to dry your clothes. Never leave a heater unattended while it's on, or while you are asleep. overloaded and cause fires. 5 7 Auction.com Make sure your heater is at least a Always put your heater on a level surface, well away from anything that could knock it over. Avoid buying second-hand heaters. Make sure you buy from reputable metre away from combustible materials eg. paper, furniture or manufacturers and retailers. curtains. #EFSW For more information visit: www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/portable-heaters