Home Safety Tips from JR Wood

+ JR WOOD JR WOOD HOME SAFETY GUIDES - electrical contractors GENERAL TIPS AND FACTS FACTS Electrical accidents cause 70 deaths and 350,000 serious injuries in UK homes every year. Electrical fires account for almost half of accidental house fires 2.5 million adults in Britain say they have experienced an electric shock at home Always remove an appliance from the socket using the plug, not by pulling on the cord, flex or cable Just because there is no flame, doesn't mean there isn't a fire Use the correct wattage light bulbs for the fitting Ensure electrical appliances always have good airflow and circulation - prevents overheating. Never use water on an electrical fire Always secure electrical cables neatly - Prevents trip hazards and risk of pets or young children gaining access to them WWW.JRWOOD.CO.UK