Fire safety tips to prevent an electrical fault fire in homes and buildings
A recent house fire incident in Sittingbourne, Kent originated from an electrical fault, as reported by the local fire rescue services. Very often, electrical outlets become overloaded or dangerously exposed, causing overheating, electric shocks and furthermore, serious fires. Electrical faults
The rise of consumers shopping via online retailers also increases the risk of the unlawful sale of dangerous electrical goods. UK Regulations Where possible, check for CE markings, read the instruction manual and be mindful of product recalls.
It’s possible to prevent an electrical fault fire by installing intumescent gaskets into BESA boxes that house electrical cables. Cut in various sizes to fit both single and double socket boxes, and adhered with an adhesive strip. Manufactured with intumescent which expands when attacked by flames, the gasket prevents fires from spreading beyond the output sockets.
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