Do you have some big plans for your home this year? Perhaps you’re ready for a full home makeover? Or maybe you just want to replace a few old appliances here and there. Either way, it can be quite a stressful task to undertake.

Electrical accidents in the home can pose a more significant risk to older or vulnerable people.

During this challenging time most of us are working from home and/or home schooling children here are some tips below to make sure that you and your family are electrically safe.

The risk of an electric shock causing serious injury or death is greater outdoors than indoors, due to possible wet conditions and the physical contact with the ground.

To those not keyed into the world of electricity, we wouldn’t blame you for not knowing about RCD’s and how essential they are to keeping you and your family safe at home.