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Summary: Electrical safety tips start with prevention as the Key. By implementing a few electrical safety tips you will be reducing your risk of property damage and personal harm.
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Electrical Safety Tips for Personal Security

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Reduce the Risk of Fire and Respiratory Hazards

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Smoke Detectors
Smoke Alarms
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Electrical Safety Tips about Extension Cords

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Statistics
The Problem
The Standards

Electrical Safety Tips with Fire Extinguishers

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Select The Right Fire Extinguisher
Installation and Maintenance
PASS: Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

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Gifts of Safety are Gifts of Life:

Personal Safety Items
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GFCI - Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters

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GFCI circuit breakers

Home Security Ideas

Gifts of Safety are Gifts of Life:

Alarm Systems
X-10 Controls
Lighting Time Clocks

Exterior Lighting for Added Safety

Added Viability Will Reduce Accidents:

Fixture Selections
Automatic Controls

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Digital Testers - Electrical Testers

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What To Do With Incorrect Electrical Wiring
How to Detect and Repair of Incorrect Electrical Wiring - If the electrical wiring on the switch is incorrect then it is best to remove the electrical wiring from the switch and place wire connectors over the ends of the wires to insulate them.

The Importance of Electrical Cover Plates
Prevent Electrical Hazards by Covering Switches and Outlets - One great safety measure is to simply replace an switch or outlet cover to avoid the exposure of electrical wiring and to keep fingers from coming into contact with energized parts.

Christmas Holiday Lights and Voltage Considerations
How to Check The Voltage Specifications of Your Christmas Lights and LED Lights and Avoid Problems

Electrical Wiring to a Porcelain Lamp Holder
Can I use 18 gauge thermostat wire to connect from the Romex to the Lamp holder?

Air Conditioners and Electric Voltage Converters
I want to make use of the 220 volt cloth dryer outlet down my basement. My idea is to run the 120V (15 amp) portable 12,000 BTU Air-conditioner unit using the cloth dryer 220V outlet...

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Home Electrical Wiring Safety

Electrical Project Skill Level:
The skill level for home electrical wiring must be identified for each specific project which will require training and experience. Electrical Repairs and Circuit Wiring is Best Performed by a Licensed Electrical Contractor.
Electrical Tools Required:
Basic Electricians Pouch of Hand Tools, a Voltage Tester and a Multi Meter.
Personal Safety:
Home projects and electrical construction of all types and sized require taking all safety precautions for personal protection with regard to environmental hazards including hazardous materials and tool safety. Read and understand all materials and instructions related to the project materials, tools and other components before proceeding.
Estimated Time:
Depends on the specific project, persons level of experience, ability to work with tools and electrical circuit wiring, and the available access to the project area.
Electrical Safety:
Identify the electrical circuit, turn it OFF and Tag it with a Note before working with the wiring.
Electrical Wiring Parts and Materials:
Electrical parts and materials for home wiring projects should be approved for the specific project and compliant with local and national electrical codes.
Electrical Codes and Inspections:
Modifying existing electrical circuits or installing additional electrical wiring should be done according to local and national electrical codes with a permit and be inspected.

The Safest Way to Test Electrical Devices and Identify Electric Wires!
The Non-Contact Electrical Tester

This is a testing tool that is a Non-contact tester that I use to easily Detect Voltage in Cables, Cords, Circuit Breakers, Lighting Fixtures, Switches, Outlets and Wires. Simply insert the end of the tester into an outlet, lamp socket, or hold the end of the tester against the wire you wish to test. Very handy and easy to use.

The Quickest Way to Check for Faulty Electrical Wiring!
The Plug-In Outlet Tester

This is great to troubleshoot a problem with outlet circuit wiring, is also used by most inspectors to test for power and check the polarity of circuit wiring.
It detects probable improper wiring conditions in standard 110-125 VAC outlets Provides 6 probable wiring conditions that are quick and easy to read for ultimate efficiency Lights indicate if wiring is correct and indicator light chart is included Tests standard 3-wire outlets UL Listed Light indicates if wiring is incorrect, Very handy and easy to use.

Strip Off Wire Insulation without Nicking and Damaging the Electric Wire!
The Wire Stripper and Wire Cutter

A wire stripping tool used to safely strip electrical wires. This handy tool has multiple uses: The wire gauges are shown on the side of the tool so you know which slot to use for stripping insulation. The end of the tool can be used to grip and bend wire which is handy for attaching wire onto the screw terminals of switches and outlets.

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Home Electrical Directories

Electrical Wiring Resources

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