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Electric Shock/ Electrocution
Checklist
Common Questions
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Q. Are children at risk of electrocution risk from household appliances?
A. Yes, Children are at risk of electrocution risk from household appliances.
- a) Children learn to play Switch On & Switch Off with electrical switches very early in life.
- b) Electric switches need to be at a height of 4 feet from ground level.
- c) Block access to all low laying switches using heavy furniture
- d) Use dummy plugs, child safe switches and circuit breakers to prevent electrocution injuries in children.
- e) All electrical appliances - switch off and unplug when not in use.
