Christmas Lights Safety Reminders

Wednesday, October 8, 2008











1. Check the condition of the lights.

  • Some experts suggests using new lights every year. Since this may be costly especially for those with big trees, just make sure that the lights are all in good condition.
  • Are they still working properly? Are there worn or frayed parts? Are there exposed wires?
  • Repair or replace damaged light strands.
  • Check if they are indoor or outdoor lights. Never use indoor lights outdoors.
2. Avoid octopus connections.
  • Connect a maximum of 3 light strands together.
  • Use enough extension cords.
3. Do not leave a lighted tree unattended.
  • Turn off the lights when nobody is in the room.
  • Teach everyone in the house how to turn off the main switch in the fuse box.
  • Place the fire extinguisher in an accessible area. Make sure everyone knows how to use it.
4. Match your extension cord with your tree.
  • Fine! This one has nothing to do with safety.
  • Why use a white extension cord when your tree is green?
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5 comments:

Anonymous said...

Thanks for sharing these great tips.

Anonymous said...

all great tips. It's good that you're posting this early so people have time before the rush before the holidays.

HiPnCooLMoMMa said...

so this is what you bought sa Ace hardware? Makabili din nga at papalitan ko yung white ko...sana may purple

Mrs. G said...

@hipncoolmomma - Hahaha! I don't think they have purple extension cords in Ace Hardware.

Anonymous said...

Thanks for these reminders. Ever since the spate of fires dues Christmas lights two years ago, we decided to put lights only on the exterior decor.

 
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