Home / NEWS / According To the Fire Department, This Is the Most Dangerous Extension Cord Mistake To Avoid

According To the Fire Department, This Is the Most Dangerous Extension Cord Mistake To Avoid

By Andrew Alpin, 10 January 2018

Advertisement

10Do not allow extension cords to run through doors ceilings or floors

Advertisement

A covered cord does not allow heat to escape which could result in a fire. If your extension cord happens to be a spiral type board, always unravel the entire cord and use it even though the distance to the power source may be a short one.

Do not allow extension cords to run through doors ceilings or floors

Image source: imgur.com

11Do not use more than one appliance on an extension cord

Advertisement

Using more than one appliance may cause additional load on the extension board making it heat up and catch fire.

Do not use more than one appliance on an extension cord

Image source: www.pinterest.com

12Do not depend too much on extension cords

Advertisement

Heavy reliance on extension cords means that your home has too few power outlets to meet your consumption.  Arrange an electrician to install additional outlets wherever needed.

Do not depend too much on extension cords

Image source: www.amazonaws.com

Page 4of 5

'
' '