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Electrical Safety in the Workplace

Hey, there! I'm Edward and I'm here to tell you all about electrical safety in the workplace. I was inspired to start writing this blog by a local electrician who has recently finished working for me. I hired him to complete an electrical safety check in the office I own. I was so pleased with his work. He identified various faults which could pose a risk to my staff and my customers. Thankfully, he was able to carry out repairs to ensure that everyone who enters my office is kept safe. I hope you find what I've posted here useful.

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Why Get Your Electronic Gadgets Repaired?
If you have an electronic device or an appliance which is no longer working, then it can be very tempting to simply replace it with a new model instead. This may be something that you want to do with an old smartphone or one of your home's white goods, such as a washing machine, for instance. However, doing so is often not the best way of proceeding. This is because appliance repairs may be much more beneficial than you had previously imagined.

Why use LED High-Bay Lights in Your Warehouse?
If your warehouse has a high ceiling, then you have to think carefully about how you light the space. If your lighting is too close to your roof, then the area may be too dark at the working level. However, if your lighting is too low, then fittings might get in the way of your storage shelving, equipment and machines. A high-bay system may be your best option. This system uses suspended lights that hang low enough to illuminate the warehouse but high enough not to be in the way.

Top 3 House Electrical Repairs You Shouldn't Try Alone
If you enjoy doing DIY projects, you might easily be tempted to do your electrical repairs. However, electrical repairs aren't like other simple tasks you can work on—the risks involved are much higher. There aren't safety switches and electrical breakers to offer the protection you require when repairing an electrical system. Before you attempt do-it-yourself electrical repairs, consider asking yourself the following questions: do you have the skills or knowledge to complete the repair, have the proper equipment for that specific task, and know the consequences of a repairing the part wrongly or have a backup plan?

Your Guide To Buying The Right Solar Panels For Your Home
If you are all about energy efficiency, you should consider investing in solar panels. Designed to convert the sun's radiation to useful energy, solar panels are some of the most efficient sources of energy you can find. However, getting the most out of your solar panels depends on choosing the right ones. There are plenty of things to consider when shopping for solar panels for your home. You will want to think about the cost, warranty and even aesthetics, because the panels will be installed on your roof and will be highly visible.

3 Additional Considerations To Getting The Right Electrical Contractor For Your Home
You're in the process of building a new home, which is very exciting. But there's a lot of hard work that comes along with it – enough to give you a headache sometimes. Choosing the right electrical contractor isn't as straightforward as you think. Look at these considerations to make sure you get the right electrical contractor for your new home. Has The Electrical Contractor Understood Your Plans For The Home?

Should You Have Your Home's Mains Power Capacity Upgraded To Charge Your Electric Vehicle?
The world's first electric car was created way back in the early 1890's, but with concerns about climate change becoming more urgent all the time, this venerable concept is finally becoming a practical choice for motorists. There can be many benefits to owning an electric car, from lowering your carbon footprint to spending less on fuel, but you will need a way to charge your electric vehicle's battery -- and your home electricity system may not be up to the challenge.

What Type of Inverter Should You Choose for Your Solar Installation?
If you're thinking about installing solar power at home, then you may have assessed your roof space. You probably believe that you can introduce the right type of solar array to make it all worthwhile. You're lucky if your roof faces toward the north because you will have an unimpeded view of the sun and, consequently, there should be little to get in the way of the sun's rays. Next, you will need to determine how to install everything and what type of equipment you will need in order to take full advantage of this opportunity.

Reasons To Enlist Residential Electrical Services For Wiring Installation
Cabling installation, on the surface, may seem like a simple enough job. Simply search for a tutorial online and get to it, right? Wrong. Not only do you have to ensure that the wiring is attached correctly onto the walls or wherever you need them, but you also have to guarantee that they are appropriately connected to the designated power source. Getting all this done in the right way presents an array of safety risks that will put both yourself and your house in danger.

Safety Tips for Dealing With Power Lines on Construction Sites
Overhead power lines are used to carry large electrical currents from one point to the other. The lines are usually made from copper or aluminium, which are good electrical conductors. Overhead power lines are rarely insulated, and therefore pose a huge threat to the safety of people working around them. The people who run the greatest risk of getting injured or even dying from electrical shock from power lines are people working in construction sites and in any other industry that dictates that you work near the lines.

Three Reasons Why Your Sockets Are Sparking
One of the biggest problems that homeowners have is that they only think about repairing or maintaining their electrical outlets when there is a major problem with their system. Most new homes have their wiring done correctly, and it usually takes some time before the wiring gets old and electrical problems to start appearing. However, regardless of the starting quality of the electrical system, there will always be a chance that part of the system will fall apart.