Electrical Safety First
@ElecSafetyFirst
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Powering change + saving lives. UK’s free electrical safety advice go-to, a charity dedicated to preventing deaths and injuries caused by electricity.
Joined September 2011
🎄 Christmas is coming - but so are hidden electrical dangers in your home! Our latest blog post with @MumsnetTowers reveals the overlooked hazards that could put your family at risk, with advice from our chief executive, Lesley Rudd. 👉Read more:
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From overloaded sockets to cheaply made toys, the festive season can quietly introduce new hazards, especially for children. At Electrical Safety Firs...
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✅ We recommend purchasing from a reputable retailer and always registering your product. Find our essential tips for using your air fryer safely: https://t.co/aAItYTQ7IE
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Our product safety expert, Giuseppe Capanna, joined @ITVTonight to discuss air fryer safety... The real risk comes when products, like air fryers, are sold by third-party sellers on online marketplaces that don’t comply with safety standards and haven’t been properly tested.
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Shopping smart means looking beyond the surface.✨ Remember: Reviews can be deceiving. Some may be fake, and others might not paint the full picture. Check out our advice: https://t.co/QEakJViVrh Don’t let flashy reviews trick you this #BlackFriday. #OnlineMarketplaces
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🔍 Look out for these warning signs: ❌ Swelling or bulging battery ❌ No CE or UKCA safety marking ❌ Spelling mistakes, poor instructions or none at all Want to know about the risks and how to stay safe? Head to our website to read more:
electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk
• Experts reveal the signs that your power bank might be better off at home, amid growing fire fears• Warning comes as a number of mid-flight fires involving po
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Power banks contain lithium-ion batteries which, if damaged or manufactured to a substandard level, can overheat and catch fire. ✈️ Emirates is one of the airlines now banning the use of power banks during flights due to safety concerns. 👇
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⚡Many of us don’t think about the condition of our plugs and cables, but regular checks can prevent hazards. ✅ Ensure the cable is securely connected to both the appliance and the plug. ✅ Inspect the plug for cracks or discolouration. These could be signs of overheating.
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🛡️ Registered electricians are insured, meaning you're protected. 🏠 If something goes wrong, you have a formal route to seek redress through their scheme. Find a registered electrician: https://t.co/O0AQ0OYHfC ⚡ #RegisteredElectrician
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@Biffa Our product safety engineer, Giuseppe Capanna, on @GMB shares how these “zombie batteries” could spark disaster - and how you can help stop it. Our advice is simple: #DontBinTheBattery
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❌ Don’t bin your vape battery in the general waste. ✅ Recycle in-store - retailers must take them back. ✅ Go to your local recycling centre for electricals and batteries. Recycle your vape...before it comes back for you. More advice: https://t.co/OuvdzzMdfX
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Since the disposable vape ban came into force this summer, @Biffa has seen an increase in all types of vapes across four of their major sites, with nearly 20,000 more vapes found in these sites in August and September compared to June and July.
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Almost 7,000 vapes a day containing 'zombie batteries’ entering Biffa’s waste system – the equivalent of almost 300 vapes an hour. ‘Zombie batteries’ are lithi
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💨 Zombie batteries are real - and they’re dangerous. ⚠️ Inside your vape is a lithium-ion battery...the kind that can explode if crushed or punctured. Throw it in the bin, and that tiny battery can spark massive fires at waste centres - putting workers on site at risk. 🔥
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Tomorrow is #WorldSavingsDay2025 💡 Cutting costs shouldn't mean cutting corners on safety. Using an electric heater this winter? Follow these tips to save energy without risking your safety: https://t.co/EqLHLfkvKS
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⚡ Charging your e-bike or e-scooter? If you need a replacement, go back to the original manufacturer. It’s the only way to be sure your battery and charger are compatible and safe. Fake or substandard chargers = fire risk. 🔥 Still unsure? More advice: https://t.co/wM4VCvHZzr
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Your reminder to test your smoke alarms! 🔥 When was the last time you checked your smoke alarms? Don’t wait for an emergency - make sure you have a working smoke detector on every floor of your home. It only takes a few seconds. #SmokeAlarms #FireSafety #ElectricalSafetyFirst
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⚡ Grow your expertise. Expand your network. Shape the future. Hear from leading voices, take part in interactive sessions, and walk away with practical takeaways to stay ahead of the curve. 📅 Join us in April for Electrical Installation Live: https://t.co/dWws8WaxvN
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Party conference season is over, but the work continues!⚡Our policy & public affairs advisor, Patrick Grabiec, shares key takeaways and preparation for the upcoming consultation on the Product Regulation & Metrology Act’s secondary legislation. Read more: https://t.co/YsUrVVwqDX
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✓ Seek a professional when converting a bike into an e-bike. ✓ If you need a replacement, go back directly to the original manufacturer for batteries and chargers. ✓ Buy from a reputable retailer. For more guidance: https://t.co/K9mdp53hY0
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⚡At SNP Conference I spoke with @ElecSafetyFirst to hear more about their important work. 👇You can find out more: https://t.co/lpasJDzvow
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👉We are calling for two urgent actions: 1) The introduction of a dedicated safety standard for conversion kits, which does not currently exist. 2) Government action to hold online marketplaces legally accountable for the products they sell. #OnlineMarketplaces #Ebikes
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