Electricity Safety and You
Garden electric safety
Extension leads
- If you are using an extension lead fitted with a connector, it is vitally important to make sure the pronged half (A) is fitted to the lead connected to the equipment and not to the mains
- Always fit the extension lead connections together before inserting the plug into the mains socket outlet. It is recommended that you always use a three-core extension lead
- When using an extension lead, make sure that it is fully unwound (it could overheat if rolled up) and of sufficient current capacity. Most ready-made extension leads have the maximum wattage of appliances which can be used with it marked on them. The tool you're using should also have its wattage marked
- Never use extension leads for permanent installations such as greenhouse lighting or heating
- Use an extension lead with rubber connectors outdoors. Rubber connectors are designed to help keep out dampness. Never use "taped" connections
- Never fit a plug to both ends of an extension lead, live prongs are extremely dangerous.
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