Electrical Safety First

Do you ignore the beep from your smoke alarm when the battery is low? 🚨 Test your alarm at least once a month and change the battery when needed to make sure it will work when it matters most. 💡A few minutes of maintenance can save lives. #EFSW26 👉 ow.ly/kJNA50Y7qyW

🔌 There are lots of plugs in your home but whichones do what? Our product safety manager, Steve Curtler, explains the difference: ow.ly/GTQJ50Ywh5o The most common? The UK 3-pin plug, which comes in various designs for everyday appliances.

Swansea MAD offers free PAT Testing to check that electrical appliances are safe If you have any small electrical items which can be plugged into a power source which you would like to be tested, please contact @SwanseaMAD! @ElecSafetyFirst #ElectricalSafetyFund

♻️ This #GlobalRecyclingDay, let’s talk about battery recycling. Safely disposing of batteries at recycling points can help prevent environmental harm and save lives. 👉 Learn how to recycle your electricals safely: ow.ly/TaGa50VjehO #RecycleResponsibly #BatteryRecycling

Don't let lint build up in your tumble dryer... ⚡Not regularly cleaning the lint filter in your tumble dryer could lead a fire in your home. 🔥 Follow our advice on tumble dryer safety: ow.ly/LPAW50YvjfJ #SpringSafety #TumbleDryerSafety #HomeSafety

🔋Buy your e-bike or e-scooter from a reputable retailer. If you need a replacement battery or charger, do not purchase one from third-party sellers on online marketplaces - go back to the original manufacturer. Learn more about how to stay safe: ow.ly/ttKs50YuO8E

Our Policy and Public Affairs team were pleased to welcome several MPs, including @OllyGloverLD MP and transport spokesperson, and more party members to our stand at the @LibDems Spring Conference over the weekend. Great to discuss our work with those who stopped by.

🎉 Today we welcomed @WW_Buckley to the centre! Ellen’s group had a great time exploring kitchen safety- learning everything from spotting hazards & doing first aid, to microwave safety, carbon monoxide alarms, & much more🥄🔥🧯Gwaith ardderchog pawb! 👏 @ElecSafetyFirst

🚨Beware of small, clover leaf-shaped plugs that may be missing a fuse. These shortcuts could put you at serious risk. 🔥 👉 Find our safety tips on how to avoid buying counterfeits and substandard products from online marketplaces: ow.ly/yIMP50YsJLg

⚡Shopping for bargains during Spring Deal Days? Be cautious when buying electricals from third-party sellers on online marketplaces⚠️Some products may not meet UK safety standards. Buy from reputable retailers and check our #SafeShopping tips: ow.ly/emHQ50YrQpU

We’re gearing up for something special next month... Electrical Installation Live is taking shape. Join 100+ professionals across the sector for expert insights, innovation, and industry connections: ow.ly/HVqt50YrHeP 📅 28 April 2026 📍 The IET, Savoy Place in London

Great work from @DangerPointLtd as always 👏 A busy and informative day learning about electrical safety.

This International Women's Day, we're celebrating the incredible women who work at Electrical Safety First.💡 #IWD2026 #ElectricalSafety #InternationalWomensDay

Spring is around the corner! ⚠️ Planning to get the house and garden ready for the warmer months? Don’t overlook electrical hazards. Protect your loved ones and find more garden safety advice here: ow.ly/KqOK50Vba27 #StaySafe #GardenSafety 🌿

🔥Vape safety tips you should know about... We're supporting @OfficeforSandS vape safety campaign. ❌ Don't bin it in the general waste or household recycling. ✅ Ask vape retailers about take-back. ✅ Take it to a vape shop, supermarket or vape recycling point.

🌍 It's #WorldEngineeringDay, we're celebrating the role engineers play in creating a safer, more sustainable future. Our Chair and trustees to our product safety & installations engineers work to improve electrical safety. Our product safety engineer, Carolyn, puts it perfectly.

🚲 Never tamper with your e-bike battery.🔋 Go to a reputable retailer and let a professional handle the fitting. Never try to modify your battery pack - if you get it wrong, it could cause a catastrophic fire. 🔥 ow.ly/TYRw50Yo5pL #BikeConversion

It's #NationalOldStuffDay. Whether you're sorting out your loft or getting ahead of your spring cleaning, remember to look out for damage to electrical items such as frayed cables, loose wires or plugs with scorch or burn marks. ⚠️ More advice: ow.ly/TfVE50V8TCw

We had a fab day with Gwersyllt Community Primary! 🎉🏫Our visitors always enjoy our hazard spotting game! Our Home scenario is filled with potential hazards- each child is given a hoop & challenged to see how many they can find!👀🔎@ElecSafetyFirst @GwersylltCommu1

As Giuseppe says, electric blankets are safe if used correctly. Misuse and damaged products are the danger.✅Replace electric blankets that are over 10 years old.✅Buy from reputable retailers rather than third-party sellers. UKCA and CE markings alone do not guarantee safety.

Electric blankets are great for winter…but do you know the risks?🔥 Watch our product safety expert on @bbcmorninglive explain how these electric blankets work and what can go wrong. Staying warm shouldn’t come at the expense of safety. More advice: electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/guidance/produ…