The following infographics and tips on home electrical safety regarding appliances, outlets, extension cords, and power strips can help keep your home fire-safe. From 2015-2019, electrical distribution or lighting equipment such as wiring, lighting, cords, and plugs, was involved in an estimated average of roughly 32,620 reported home structure fires per year resulting in 430 civilian deaths, 1,070 civilian injuries, and $1.3 billion in direct property damage annually.
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Additional Tips
- Only use one heat-producing appliance (such as a coffee maker, toaster, space heater, etc.) plugged into a receptacle outlet at a time.
- Major appliances (refrigerators, dryers, washers, stoves, air conditioners, etc.) should be plugged directly into a wall receptacle outlet. Extension cords and plug strips should not be used.
- Electrical cords should not be running across doorways or under carpets to reduce trip hazards.
- Extension cords are intended for temporary use. Have a qualified electrician add more receptacle outlets so you don’t have to use extension cords