Electrical safety tips for children
Never insert fingers or other objects into an outlet
Keep metal objects out of toasters
Never use anything with a cord or plug around water
Never pull a plug from the cord
Stay away from substations and power lines
Do not climb on electricity poles
Never fly kites in the vicinity of high-voltage lines
Stay away from broken or fallen power lines
Never touch or climb trees in the vicinity of high-voltage cables
Never touch large metal transformer cabinets with warning signs
Hear warning signs
Child proof your house
Keep curious children safe from the temptation to plug foreign objects into electrical outlets or plugs.
Unused outlets must be protected. Plastic inserts can be used, but they can be pulled off and stuck in the mouth. Consider the use of safety exits that prevent foreign objects from being introduced. You can also block outlets with the creative arrangement of furniture.
If you temporarily use extension cables, hide them behind furniture or use a hide-and-seek. You can also lay electrical tape over unused plug openings on wires.
Place electrical devices such as DVD players on a shelf out of range, or behind a barrier.
Store bathroom and kitchen electrical appliances - such as hair dryers and toasters - out of the reach of curious children.
