Cool IT
Do you own a business with a store for your IT equipment? Whether it’s a designated Server room or a simple set up you’ve implemented yourself, read on to find out how you could be over using your energy.
The annual inspection or the risk assessment?
There is a common misconception that PAT testing and other electrical safety checks only need to be carried out annually, when in actual fact the frequency of these checks should be regulated by risk assessments in the workplace.
Could you be saving on lighting and increasing productivity in your business?
Fluorescent and halogen lighting can be costly and time consuming when having to replace bulbs. This is particularly true when the business premises is a warehouse or large building, and with a team working with you, it can be difficult to keep track of the costs that might be mounting through a lack of diligence.
An electrical safety digital campaign with a difference
Can you find 3 deadly killers in this Electrical Charity’s Halloween game?
Electrical Safety First have released their Halloween themed game ‘A Killer Lurking’ – highlighting the serious consequences of having unsafe electrical appliances in your home or office. Can you find them in 30 seconds?
Are your lights flickering?
Flickering lights is a relatively common issue and do not always indicate a problem with your electrical system. If your lighting flickers in your home or office there are a variety of explanations, here are the main causes below and how to address them:
If a single light bulb is flickering, it’s likely that it’s the bulb causing the issue. You can check to make sure the bulb is secured properly in the fitting (always make sure you switch the light off before doing this to stay safe). If a bulb isn’t secured properly then this can cause a flicker as it’s not connected correctly. If you find the light still flickers when it’s switched back on it could mean that the particular bulb needs to be replaced as it’s at the end of its lifespan.
Electricity and water don’t mix: Making sure you install and maintain a safe swimming pool
Whether commercial or domestic, although installing or owning a swimming pool can be an exciting experience, it’s important to make sure all of your electrical components are installed by a true professional.
Most people underestimate the amount of electrics that need to be fitted and to have a safe pool, as it’s a large body of water, faulty or ill fitted electrics can cause damage and in a swimming pool there is an increased the risk of an electric shock. Electrical components power the pumps, pool lights and filtration systems and all of these contribute to the essential care to be taken by you as the pool owner – especially in a commercial environment.
3 top checks to help you find the right Electrician or Electrical Contractor
If finding the right Electrician wasn’t important, there wouldn’t be a need for Electrical Contractors; the right person or team for your project is essential for the work to be timely and complete with minimal disruption.
We’ve suggested 3 top tips to make the search easier: