While curiosity is crucial in developing children, sometimes some things are better left unexplored. For a 2-year-old, electrical sockets are fascinating. A device affixed to the wall incites their ...

As people working from home amid the continuing coronavirus pandemic, many people might be placing themselves at unnecessary risk due to unsafe electrical setups and practices. Safety specialists have ...

Overloading plug sockets, daisy-chaining leads and charging devices on beds while working from home could lead to a rise in electrical fires, experts warn. Unsafe electrical set-ups can be putting ...

09:59, Tue, Mar 18, 2025 Updated: 10:00, Tue, Mar 18, 2025 Plug socket protectors are often branded as a vital safety tool for parents, especially those with young children, as they aim to protect ...

Home electrical sockets pose serious risks like shocks and fires due to common oversights. Counterfeit chargers, frayed wires, wet appliances, overloaded sockets, broken covers, and foreign objects ...

The South African Bureau of Standards has updated the general requirements for plug and socket systems, which will result in changes to electrical socket outlets and adaptors. A recent update to SANS ...

Products that allow electric plugs to be inserted incorrectly, thereby exposing users to live parts and the risk of a lethal electric shock, can be found for sale at major retail outlets in South ...

Home electrical sockets are essential for powering daily appliances, but careless use can lead to serious accidents, including shocks, fires, or even explosions. Many hazards stem from common ...