Laundry and Electrical Safety

Electrical safety is the number 3 cause of home fires in Tasmania.

Remember to follow the important proceedures listed below:

Laundry

• Clean dryer filters before every use.
• Ventilate dryers adequately.
• Allow dryers to complete their cool down cycle.
• Label flammable liquids and poisons clearly and keep in correct containers.
• Store poisons and flammable liquids safely away from children.

Electrical

• Don’t overload power points or power boards.
• Replace damaged plugs and leads.
• Use power boards with overload protection.
• Never handle electrical equipment with wet hands.
• Switch off and unplug appliances when not in use.
• Don’t use faulty electrical equipment until it has been repaired.
• Don’t place extension leads under carpets or furniture.
• Install an earth leakage circuit breaker.
• Check electrical wiring and switches regularly, especially in older homes. Anything more than a visual check must be done by a licensed electrician.

Further Information

For further information on electrical safety contact:

• Consumer, Building and Occupational Services
  Ph: 1300 654 499 or justice.tas.gov.au
• TasNetworks
  Ph: 13 2004 or tasnetworks.com.au