Detect potential electrical hazards in the home early
Electrical accidents are something that can never be completely overcome, especially in households, especially when subjectivity and lack of knowledge about electrical safety are still common. Incidents that seem simple can have serious consequences if not identified and handled promptly. Therefore, each family needs to be aware and understand the warning signs, which are not redundant, both to prevent unsafe use of electricity and to protect the safety of their family.
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Some common situations when electrical accidents occur at home
Đường dây điện xuống cấp và kết nối lỏng lẻo: Nhiều sự cố cháy nổ gần đây bắt nguồn từ dây điện bị mòn hoặc lắp đặt sai cách. Vì ẩn sâu trong tường nên các vấn đề này dễ bị bỏ qua, nhưng một khi sự cố xảy ra, hậu quả sẽ rất khó lường.
- Ổ cắm và dây nối quá tải: Cắm quá nhiều thiết bị vào cùng một ổ cắm hoặc sử dụng dây nối không đạt tiêu chuẩn là nguyên nhân phổ biến gây quá tải, dẫn đến quá nhiệt và có nguy cơ cháy nổ cao.
- Thiết bị cũ hoặc hỏng hóc: Các thiết bị đã cũ không chỉ thiếu tính năng an toàn hiện đại mà còn dễ gặp lỗi trong quá trình sử dụng. Những dây điện bị hở hoặc hỏng chính là mầm mống của tai nạn điện mà nhiều người thường bỏ qua.
- Độ ẩm cao gần ổ cắm điện: Khu vực nhà bếp và phòng tắm là nơi điện và nước thường xuyên tiếp xúc. Chỉ một chút bất cẩn, nước xâm nhập vào ổ cắm điện cũng đủ để gây ra hiện tượng chập mạch hoặc thậm chí là điện giật.
- Thiếu hệ thống tiếp địa an toàn: Tiếp địa là yếu tố quan trọng để chuyển hướng dòng điện khi xảy ra sự cố. Nếu không được lắp đặt đúng cách, nguy cơ điện giật sẽ luôn rình rập, đặc biệt khi thiết bị gặp trục trặc hoặc dòng điện tăng đột ngột.
Điện gây cháy nổ là vì sao?
All it takes is a small spark or an overheated electrical wire to start a fire in your home. The problem often stems from common but easily overlooked causes: faulty wiring, overloaded circuits, or malfunctioning appliances. Over time, loose connections or improper installation can cause the insulation around the wire to deteriorate. This increases the risk of a short circuit. If a short circuit occurs in a place with combustible materials such as wood, carpet, or curtains, the consequences can be extremely serious.The Dreadful Dangers of Electricity
- Electric shock: Just one accidental touch of a leaking electrical device can cause serious injury, even death. The risk is even higher for young children or when exposed to electricity in a humid environment such as a bathroom or near a faucet.
-Electrical burns: When electricity passes through the body or ignites flammable materials, the result is deep and painful burns. Broken electrical equipment, peeled or exposed electrical wires are constant dangers that are easily overlooked in daily life.
-Fire and explosion: Old electrical wiring systems, loose connections or overloaded circuits all pose the risk of sparks and explosions at any time. A small spark, if it meets flammable materials, can have unpredictable consequences.
-No one wants these incidents to happen, but they can happen at any time if we are subjective. Periodically check the electrical system in the house and handle it immediately when detecting any unusual signs.
Check and detect promptly to avoid unwanted things.
First, you need to regularly observe the condition of the electrical wires, sockets and switches. Check whether the wires are cracked, exposed, scorched or compressed; whether the sockets and switches are loose, deformed or show signs of fire or explosion. Pay special attention to high-risk areas such as the kitchen, where there are many high-power electrical appliances, the bathroom, where it is humid and near water sources, as well as the garden or balcony, where the outdoor electrical system is easily affected by weather conditions.
Next, to accurately assess the condition of the electrical system, you can use specialized testing equipment. For example, an electric tester helps to quickly identify electrical leaks in sockets and switches; a multimeter is used to test voltage and resistance; and an anti-shock device (ELCB) will automatically cut off the power as soon as it detects a leakage current. When using these devices, read the instructions carefully and ensure personal safety, such as checking with dry hands and standing on an insulated surface.
If you detect unusual signs such as a burning smell, scorched sockets, unstable flashing lights, exposed wires or feeling an electric shock when touching the device, do not hesitate to call a professional electrician to check and handle it promptly. These measures not only protect the safety of your family but also help avoid property damage.
Finally, installing the electrical system according to standards is a key factor in preventing risks. Make sure to use quality components such as standard wires, sockets, switches, install automatic circuit breakers or circuit breakers to cut off the power when there is a problem, and the electrical system needs to be properly grounded. At the same time, only use genuine electrical equipment with clear origins from reputable stores to avoid risks due to counterfeit and poor quality goods.
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