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6 Electrical Safety During Winter Holidays

Allstar Electrical Experts • December 1, 2021

Electrical Safety Tips For The Holidays

Tis the season – to celebrate safely! This isn’t just the time of year that we eat more than usual, it’s also the time when we have the most household accidents and fires.

The National Fire Protection Association estimates 860 yearly home fires are caused by holiday decor, and another 210 fires caused by Christmas trees.

The holiday season brings families and loved ones together for celebration. Whether hosting an event or traveling to someone’s home, the holidays take a lot of preparation. During the hustle and bustle, remember to make safety a priority to help ensure that nothing spoils the fun. The National Fire Protection Association estimates 860 yearly home fires are caused by holiday decor, and another 210 fires caused by Christmas trees. Follow these important six tips to keep your home safe all season:


1. Bulbs
LED bulbs-consider LED lights when you buy new…they last longer, create less heat, and are more energy efficient.


2. Trees
Keep your tree well hydrated- if it gets dry after the holidays, discard right away. Make sure your tree is not touching an outlet, and if you are using an artificial tree, be sure it is labeled fire resistant.


3. Lights
Do not string more than three strands of lights together—and be sure to use lights labeled for outdoor use outside, and those suitable for indoor use, indoors. When using outdoor lights, plug into a GFCI outlet. Elaborate decorations may require adding circuits—indoors or outdoors.


4. Cords and Wires
Never place lights or extension cords underneath furniture or carpet where it could get hot, or pinched. Inspect each cord for damage, and if damaged be sure to discard.


5. Candles
Use battery operated candles instead of real ones…and if you do use real candles do not leave unattended with children or animals.


6. Turn It Off!
Please, turn off all decorations, indoor and outdoor before going to bed.

Holidays can be the best time of the year… let’s keep it that way by always practicing smart electrical safety!


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