The Department of Emergency Situations together with the three electricity distribution companies of the PPC group (Rețele Electrice Muntenia, Rețele Electrice Dobrogea and Rețele Electrice Banat) have launched the Electrical Safety Guide, available on the www.fiipregatit.ro platform as well as on the website of the distribution companies.

The electrical safety manual is available on the www.fiipregatit.ro platformPhoto: checkpoint

When it comes to home security, expert tips include:

  • Use only tested, undamaged electrical receivers and devices and do not leave them unattended under voltage;
  • Periodically and/or after an incident, check the technical condition of the electrical installation for use with the help of an authorized electrician;
  • Use proper electrical circuit protection. They can save lives if the insulation of the installation is damaged or if you accidentally touch live parts of the installation;
  • Remember that water and electricity are dangerous together; do not use unprotected electrical devices in a humid environment or if your hands are wet or sweaty;
  • Do not overload outlets; possible short circuit and/or fire;
  • Do not use extension cords and electrical cables near heat sources (stove, radiator, stove, etc.);
  • Check all power cords of electrical appliances you use; do not use them if they are damaged.

Outside the home, experts recommend:

  • Do not touch electrical panels, wires and junction boxes;
  • Do not touch poles and conductors (wires), including those that have fallen to the ground;
  • Do not climb on poles that attach overhead power lines;
  • Does not steal components of power transmissions or switchgear;
  • Do not handle metal objects (scaffolding, ladders, pipes, metal rods, etc.) and do not use lifting equipment near overhead power lines;
  • Obey safety signs and electrical field warning signs when you see them;
  • Call the emergency number 112 in all cases when you see/identify a dangerous condition related to the operation of electrical installations or which may pose a threat to passers-by.

These tips, as well as other useful recommendations, are available on the platform www.fiipregatit.ro and here – https://bit.ly/4caIF0t.

Article based on the CPR