Additional precautions for electrical safety
In addition to carrying out regular inspections and following basic safety steps
In addition to carrying out regular inspections and following basic safety steps, landlords should take extra precautions to make sure their properties are as safe as possible. The five products most likely to cause electrical fires in UK homes are:
Electric cooking appliances (e.g. cookers and microwaves)
Laundry appliances (e.g. washing machines and tumble dryers)
Electrical lighting
Portable heaters
TVs
According to Electrical Safety First, these appliances cause around 12,000 fires and 3,000 injuries annually. It’s important to remind tenants to use these appliances correctly, conduct regular checks, and report any faults immediately. Misuse of cooking appliances is a leading cause of accidental fires, and tenants should be reminded to regularly clean ovens and avoid overloading electrical circuits in the kitchen.
Cooking appliances (e.g., cookers, microwaves)
Laundry appliances (e.g., washing machines, tumble dryers)
