An electrician who was fatally electrocuted, died while working on a microwave at Marks & Spencer in Tunbridge Wells. Philip Dodd was an experience electrician from Horley who was working on the appliance while it’s plugged in to the electricity. In an article written by Amy De-Keyzer, on Get Surrey, Jane Kitchenham, a customer assistant … Read more
Electrical safety precautions has been reminded by Ontario’s Electrical Safety Authority to people in Southern and Eastern Ontario during stormy weather. Strong winds can down power lines and these power lines maybe live. People are advised to stay at least 35 or 11 meters away from power lines as electricity can travel through water. In … Read more
As with all trades, electricians face the risk of hazards when carrying out their work. That’s why it’s important for them to wear the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to reduce the risk they are exposed to. The PPE worn by electricians needs to ensure that the hazard is minimized, whilst also allowing them to … Read more
According to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), during 2011, 364,500 fires were reported which caused 2,450 deaths, 13,900 injuries, and more than $6 billion in property damages Winter months are the most fire-prone due to more use of heating devices, electrical appliances and lighting. The highest losses occurred in residential buildings. In most cases, flawed … Read more
Electricity is everywhere, it’s even inside our body to keep our muscles moving and our hearts to pump. Though electricity seems to be a vital part of our existence, it can also be dangerous. Statistics released by the Electrical Safety Foundation International, more than 30,000 non fatal shock accidents every year and at least 600 … Read more