The document emphasizes the importance of periodic inspections of electrical installations by a registered electrician every five years. It advises against performing personal electrical repairs while outlining simple visual checks that homeowners can conduct to ensure safety, such as checking for damaged plugs, overloaded sockets, and proper cable conditions. Additional safety tips include avoiding storage of combustible materials near electrical installations and switching off unused electrical items.

1. Electrical Safety
By Sarin S Abraham
It is recommends that a periodic inspection and test of the electrical installation
should be carried out by a registered electrician at least every five year. The electrical works
should meets the national standards
“You should never try to carry out your own electrical repairs”
However, there are number of simple, visual checks that you can carry out yourself
1) Check your RCD protection in your fuse-box
2) Make sure that your plug sockets are not overloaded
3) Ensure that plugs and sockets are not damaged
4) Check that visible cables and leads are in good conditions
5) Check that your light fittings are not visibly damaged and that down-lighters are in
good working condition
6) Check that you are not storing combustible materials around your fuse-box, electric
meter or electrical ins-take
7) Never trail cables under carpets or rugs
8) Always switch off your electrical items when they are not in use