Electrical safety
Keep extension units out of wet areas
Use extension units and leads only in dry places, away from bathrooms, sinks, wet floors, and splashes.
Why it matters
Water contacting a live extension unit can cause shock, short circuit, or fire.
Wrong action
Unsafe: Wrapping a power strip in a plastic bag and using it beside a wet area.
Correct action
Use extension units and leads only in dry places, away from bathrooms, sinks, wet floors, and splashes.
What to do
- Check the area, equipment, and household arrangement before starting.
- Use extension units and leads only in dry places, away from bathrooms, sinks, wet floors, and splashes.
- Stop and tell the employer if the situation is unsafe or unclear.
If something happens
For serious injury, unconsciousness, breathing difficulty, or immediate danger, call 999 and keep yourself safe first.
Sources and review
- Electrical and Mechanical Services Department — Safety Tips for Extension Units and Adaptors
Source checked: 2026-08-22
This page provides general home-safety information and does not replace medical, legal, electrical, or other professional advice.
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