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30 January 2020

6 common causes of electrical shock in the home

Do you have any of these common causes of electric shock in your home?

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10 tips for creating a safe and spooky scene this Halloween

21 October 2021

With Halloween just around the corner we’re sharing 10 quick safety tips to keep your decor spooky, not scary.

Ask a Safety Officer: Home office electrical safety

18 October 2021

Our electrical safety officer covers common home office electrical hazards, and how to avoid them.

Ask a Safety Officer: Outdoor electrical safety

15 October 2021

Looking to renovate your outdoor living space? Our electrical safety officer covers common outdoor electrical safety hazards and how to avoid them.

Wildfires? Here's what you need to know about electrical and gas safety

24 May 2021

Impacted by wildfires? Review our tips around electrical and gas safety to stay safe.

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Do you have these 3 common causes of electrical fire in your home?

19 October 2021

Overloaded power bars, heaters near combustible materials and copper-only devices on aluminum wiring are just a few shocking electrical hazards that could be lurking around your home.

Ask a safety officer: gas and electrical flood safety

18 October 2021

Safety officer tips on how to prepare your home or workplace if a flood is imminent.

Ask a safety officer: Amusement device permits, contractors and fines

14 October 2021

Our amusement device safety officers are frequently asked questions from what they look for during an inspection, to what permits are required for certain rides. We’ve rounded up some of our most commonly asked questions.