Articles about electrical safety

Making Home made Light Fixtures: Is it safe to use 18 gauge lamp cord for a home made light fixture?

How to Operating Your Furnace at Safe Settings – The internal high temperature safety switches will prevent the furnace from overheating as well.

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.

Electrical Protection Requirements for a Hairdryer Near a Sink – Keep in mind that if this outlet will be within 6 feet of a sink then the outlets require GFI protection.

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.

How To Select The Right Fuse for Safety – Make sure the Replacement Fuse is the Right Type and Size

How to Use Safety When Working on Electrical Wiring

How to Make Sure a Light Bulb is Safe for Your Light Fixture

How to Handle an Electrical Problem that Has You Worried

When It’s Time for a Tenant to Call For Electrical Assistance

Why You Should Never Oversize a Light Bulb

I was changing out a fluorescent light fixture ballast and I got shocked…

While trying to hang a picture on the wall, thanks to the malfunctioning cable finder, the nail went through a power cable. After a cracking sound the breaker tripped. Removed the nail and than the board. There is a blackened hole on the live side of the cable but the wire inside is intact.

Tonight while attempting to draw water in the tub we felt electrical sensations while the water was running in the tub…

I want to convert a brand new hard wire fixture to a plug in – is this safe to do?

Can I replace a 15 amp double pole with a 30 amp double pole breaker…

The Third Prong Of My Extension Cord Broke Off In The Power Outlet. How Do Yo Safely Remove It From There…

I am trying to use a 100watt metal halide bulb in a normal lamp fixture, and am wondering if there is any way to do this with the correct modifications…

As with all projects, positively identifying the wiring and understanding the purpose of the circuit in question is the key to knowing what can or cannot be done.

Can I use 18 gauge thermostat wire to connect from the Romex to the Lamp holder?