- Very basic yet important warning that never touches the wires and energized electric wires with wet hands. Also make sure the ground is dry. Sometimes it is necessary to take a help of a stepladder to reach the heights, but avoid using aluminum and steel ladders. You can use wooden ladder (dry).
- Second, which is also a common reason of getting hurt is, some people work on the switchboard without turning off the electricity, which is very risky. Whenever, you are working with the receptacle, turn off the lights from the main switchboard. Put a working and warning sign on the main switchboard, so that no one turns it on.
- Always use insulated tools, such tasks are highly dangerous, and should not be done without proper protection. At some point we think that using frayed cord is ok to use once, but that is highly risky. Avoid using damaged switches and unprotected wires and buy new. While you are working do not forget to use insulated rubber gloves and also glasses.
- Energized part which has the ability to energize unexpectedly comes with warning signs, read the risk carefully and follows the instructions if given.
- If you are soldering circuit boards then it is advisable to wear cap and glasses.
- A capacitor has energy while you remove it from the switchboard; it has the ability to give electric shock easily. Discharge it then remove it.
- Use circuit breakers and fuse while performing the electricity fixing task.
Where to buy insulated switches?
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