Safety First Living Room Area
Never run electrical flexes under rugs, furniture or near walkways.
Replace frayed, damaged, cracked or pinched flexes as soon as noticed.
Tack down carpets.
Put a non slip coating or pad on the underside of rugs.
Never polish under rugs or mats.
Check fuses are the correct ones for each particular appliance.
Do not overload plugs or extension cords as this can cause fires.
If plugs or plug plates are warm to the touch, call an electrician immediately.
To prevent cigarettes falling off, use stable, wide edged ashtrays.
Never empty ashtrays into wastepaper baskets.
Leave space around the television, video and stereo etc. to prevent overheating.
Keep area around fireplaces free from newspaper etc. and make sure fires are guarded.
Ensure any chimneys which are in use are cleaned regularly.
See also Safety First in the Bathroom and Kitchen

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