Electricity has become the fourth necessity in our life after food, clothes, and shelter. People staying in cities are addicted to appliances and gadgets that need electricity to function.
For them to imagine life without electricity or to say wires and cables are almost impossible. The story of people staying in rural settings is different. Though they might not consider electricity a necessity, they would not deny the benefits.
When we talk about electricity at home or offices, wires and cables naturally come to mind. At least once in our lives, we have worked with wires or cables either to repair something or damage something permanently temporarily.
Jokes apart, safety is an extremely important aspect when we work with electricity, and today, we will read about some important safety tips.
Understand the Difference
We often fail to understand the difference between things, and as a result, we end up in a complicated situation.
In the context of safety, while working with electricity, you should understand the difference between wires and cables and self-service and professional service.
A cable comprises multiple wires and is meant to carry high voltages compared to a wire generally made of copper to carry light current.
Additionally, at times, you might require a professional to replace the wires or cables rather than relying on your skills and making connections that might make you pay even more than what you wanted to save.
Be Alert and Careful
This is a combination of multiple aspects. You would have heard about safety tips like switching off the power while working on electric wiring and connections, remaining dry or away from water, using good tools, preventing touching, etc. It is time to put all these to use together.
It is absolutely important to switch off the power, preferably from the main panel, if you are working on socket fittings or unplug an appliance when repairing it. Any direct current source can be fatal if you are exposed to it.
Moreover, be dry and use good quality tools like testers to check the current rather than touching their bare hands.
Prevention and Caution
Depending on the conditions like temperature, climate, etc., wires and cables can be prone to wear and tear.
In the case of worn-out wires, it is always better to replace them as a caution because such wires can cause short circuits and damage appliances. Therefore, it is good to check wirings for signs of wear and tear at regular intervals.
At times, you would be required to take some preventive measures if dealing with high power cables. This includes switching off the main supply source.
Another example is to prevent using extension cords for appliances that require high voltage. Again, using simple preventive techniques can save you from major fire hazards.
Learn and Invest
If you are an electrician, you would already have a toolbox and be aware of the parts you must use when making connections and electricity points in a new house.
But, if you are an individual who believes in DIY, then working with electricity would require you first to get some basic knowledge about the type of wires like neutral, main, etc.
This should be followed by investment in tools like a tester, pliers, etc., that have universal application.
You would also be required to use specific accessories like a junction box when doing underground wiring.
These simple investments ensure safety for you and the ones dealing with the connection in the future.
Share your safety tips or expert opinion with novices by posting a comment. And, remember to stay safe and spread the knowledge.
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