Ten Safe Things to Tell Your Clients

As it’s the Electrical Fire Safety Week this week, we’re looking at ten things you can tell your clients and future clients to encourage them to stay safe whilst using electrical appliances.

1. Encourage them to download the free ESC consumer safety app
2. Tell them of the importance of keeping a look out for any visual problems and damage to appliances
3. Discuss the importance of not overloading sockets and extension leads
4. Discourage them from using any appliances which they find has worn or frayed wires
5. Tell them the importance of buying chargers from reputable retailers
6. Encourage them to keep appliances clean and in good order
7. Discuss the awareness of keeping flammable materials away from electricity
8. If they use an electric blanket, ensure they know to unplug it before going to sleep
9. If they have any appliances bought abroad, make sure these have been fitted with a UK standard plug
10. Look out for any signs of overheating and stop using any appliances immediately if confirmed

By all of us ensuring we not only carry out our PAT jobs but are also encouraging clients to be safe between PAT tests, we can help reduce electrical appliance accidents.

Written by Sara Thomson