Electrical Safety - Incoming electrical supply

Take a moment to read the following information and advice, it may save your life. If you are a parent, make sure all your family are aware of the risks.

Things that "don't look right"

If you notice anything you think isn't right call your local electricity distribution company. Their emergency number is in the telephone directory, listed under "Electricity"

Things to look out for:

A smell of burning from your electricity meter
Flashes coming from wires, poles or electricity substations
Broken or low hanging wires
Buried cables that have been dug up, even if they don't appear damaged
Any machines or equipment that have come into contact with overhead lines or equipment.

For all electrical problems inside your home call the repairs line on: