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Be prepared… for a power cut
Depending on where you live, experiencing a power cut can range from being moderately inconvenient to a complete nightmare. Being prepared means that a power cut needn’t be a disaster… Emergency supplies Last winter there were families in remote parts of the country where a power cut left them stranded for days without heat, light,…
Tips for Toddlers and electricity
Toddlers and electricity: Did you know? Toddlers can chew or even bite through electrical wires Wet toddlers who grab an electrical appliance are exposed to electric shock Some socket covers are easy to remove, leaving and toddlers to poke fingers, metal objects or wet mouths into outlets Babies and toddlers are inherently risk-prone and should…
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New parents using socket covers incorrectly
Many parents are incorrectly relying on socket covers used on regular sockets thinking they are generally safe but socket covers will not prevent electric shock if the installation is not safe. One parent shares her story Kristine, 30, from London, was lucky to survive her electrical accident when she was doing DIY to prepare her…
Posted in News, Safety and homeproofing Tagged Child safety, electric safety, electric shock, electric sockets, Electrical wiring, electricity, Parents, safety Leave a comment
The rising costs of raising children
The average cost of raising a child from birth to the age of 21 has risen to a staggering £165,000. That works out at £657 a month and £22 a day so it’s no wonder that parents are looking for ways to reduce that cost. Pregnancy is the time when you need to do some serious budgeting. The…
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