General Safety

    * When not in use, unplug all small appliances.
    * Use the correct size of fuse. Over or under-sized fuses could start a fire.
    * Never replace a busted fuse with other materials. Wires and other conductors used in place of the fuses may not be able to isolate the electric circuit in case of a short circuit.
    * Avoid octopus connections. Overloading might occur if multiple cords are connected to outlets designed only for one or two plugs.
    * Secure loose electrical cords. Family members might trip over wires that are hanging loose along pathways.
    * If light switches or outlets feel warm when turned on or in use, turn them off. Call a qualified electrician to immediately check the wiring.
    * If plugs seem to fit loosely in a wall outlet, check the plugs or the outlet. A loose or poor electrical connection between plug and the outlet may cause overheating.
    * Pull the plug, not the wire. Pulling the wire itself might make the insulation and wires snap or twist.
    * Use outlet covers and outlet plates to help prevent electrocution. These can help prevent electric shock and possible electrocution.
    * Never try to repair electrical products yourself unless you are a qualified electrician. 

Living Room Safety

    * Keep TV sets away from windows. Rain that enters the TV housing may damage the set and cause electric shock. Don't put vases or drinking glasses on top of TV sets as water may spill into the TV set.
    * Keep small metal objects away from TV sets. Paper clips, nails and other small metal objects are conductors of electricity. They will cause electric shock.
    * If an appliance repeatedly blows a fuse, trips a circuit breaker or causes an electric shock, unplug it and have it replaced immediately.
    * Don't run electrical cords under rugs, carpets or furniture. Walking on cords can break wiring and possibly cause a fire.
    * Check all entertainment and computer equipment. Make sure all equipment and electrical appliances are in good condition and working properly. Look for cracks in or damage to wiring, plugs and connectors.

Christmas Safety

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      Don't leave lighted candles unattended.
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      Keep Christmas trees away from sources of heat.
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      Place wiring for outdoor lighting where animals and pets cannot chew on them.
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      Keep combustible materials away from Christmas bulbs or heating sources.
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      Don't use lighting sets with frayed or exposed wiring.

Bedroom Safety

    * Use light bulbs of specified wattage for your lamp or lighting fixture. A bulb of improper wattage or rating or of the wrong type may lead to overloading and cause fire.
    * Make sure light bulbs are screwed in securely. Loose bulbs may overheat.
    * Don't place any electrical appliances near water, like in your sink or bathtub. Appliances that are used near water should be unplugged when not in use.
    * Keep combustible materials away from lamps and other sources of heat. Clothing, curtains, newspapers, etc. can burn or catch fire easily.

Kitchen Safety

    * Unplug the toaster or toaster oven before removing any stuck food.
    * Use the proper type of plug for the outlet. If your appliances have three prong plugs and your kitchen has only two-conductor outlets, do not cut off the ground prong (the third/bottom prong) from the plugs; instead, convert your outlet into a 3-wire outlet especially for appliances with motors like refrigerators, washing machines, air conditioners and the like. Consult a qualified electrician.
    * Never force a plug into an outlet if it doesn't fit. This could lead to fire or shock. Plugs should fit securely in outlets.
    * Circuit breakers and fuses should be of the correct size for the circuits. If you do not know the correct size, have an electrician identify and label the size to be used.

Simple Safety Rules

When planning and performing work on electrical systems and equipment, keep these principles in mind:

   1. Plan every job.
   2. Think about what could go wrong.
   3. Use the right tools for the job.
   4. Use procedures, drawings and other documents as tools to do the job.
   5. Isolate the equipment from energy sources.
   6. Identify the electrical shod and arc flash, as well as other hazards that may be present.
   7. Minimize the hazard by guarding or establishing approach limitations.
   8. Test every circuit and every conductor, every time before you touch.
   9. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as a last line of defense in case something goes wrong.
  10. Be sure you are properly trained and qualified for the job.

      Source:
      The National Electrical Safety Foundation (NESF)-Workplace Safety Reminders

Simple Safety Rules

   1. Do not guess about whether a circuit is live (energized) or not. Consider every equipment/line energized until proven otherwise.
   2. Use proper instrument for testing circuits.
   3. Never touch any wire of a circuit unless you are certain that it is de-energized.
   4. Always use personal protective equipment (PPE) when dealing with electricity. These PPEs include rubber gloves, rubber mats, rubber blankets, fuse tongs, insulated tools and the like.
   5. Lock open main switches and place tags before working on power circuits so that no one else may close them while you are working. Before closing a switch, make certain other workmen are clear of circuits.
   6. Never work alone on any electrical equipment/circuits with more than 50 volts. The buddy system of working on electrical lines, installations is the best and safest way.
   7. Use warning or safety signs and rope off or barricade dangerous areas.
   8. In installing temporary electrical wiring or equipment, make every job safe for everyone.
   9. Always observe strictly the applicable rules of the Philippine Electrical Code, National Electrical Safety Code and other applicable electrical standards.
  10. Allow only qualified and properly trained men to work on electrical equipment.
  11. Always arrange for proper maintenance of equipment, loads and wires with careful follow-up to see to it that insulation is in proper condition. Loose conductors can cause serious electrical accidents.
  12. Never bridge a fuse with wire or other metal.
  13. Don't test power lines with lamps to determine whether they are energized. A 110-volt test lamp place across a 220-volt line will blow-up. Use reliable circuit or voltage testers for testing or identifying circuits.
  14. Always have periodic electrical inspections made by men qualified by experience and training to do such work.
  15. The frames or cases of all electrical equipment or structures should be substantially grounded. The ground wire should be of low resistance and large enough to resist mechanical breakage and to carry off the heaviest current flow that might result from any insulation breakdown or other accidents.
  16. Always protect electrical cords and cables from physical damage.