Safety Alerts

Cabinet heater safety
Safety tips for the safe use of LPG cabinet heaters

Check before you dig
People need to be aware that a lot of utility services are placed underground, for example, gas pipes, electricity and telephone cables.

Residual Current Devices (RCD) recall [ Published 27 February 2008 ]
Product safety recall on RCD branded PDL POWERGUARD Vertical Switched Socket and Rewireable Cord-set devices.

Closed Glass-Fronted Flame Effect Heaters
Gas appliances are safe to use when treated with care and respect. However, they need to be properly installed and maintained regularly so they to continue to operate safely and efficiently.

Installing Under Floor Thermal Insulation – Electric Shock Hazard
Aluminium foil under floor insulation may become electrically live if fixing staples come into contact with mains wiring.

Biodiesel Manufacture
Because of the flammable nature of the solvents used in biodiesel manufacture, special electrical requirments are needed.

Electrical Portable Outlet Devices (EPODs) commonly known as "PowerBoards", "Multi-Plugs", & "Multi-Boxes" [ Published 20 June 2008 ]
EPOD's are multiple electrical socket-outlets mounted onto a portable case, allowing you to plug in several appliances at once.