25/03/2024
Have you ever thought about what you will do if an electrical fire occurs and how you can stay prepared? 🔥
1. Never throw water over an electrical fire. Unplug the appliance or turn off the power if possible. 🚫💧
2. Smoother the fire in baking soda if the fire is small.
3. Call 111 if necessary and you can not put the fire out! 🚒
How to be prepared:
1. Check your fire extinguisher is suitable for an electrical fire by looking at the color of the band on the top of your extinguisher. Electrical fires are a class E fire, therefore you will need an extinguisher with either a white band or black band. 🧯
2. Install smoke detectors in your home and frequently check they are working.