Electrical Safety First

🔋👇 Charging your e-bike or e-scooter? Make sure you use the charger that came with the original product. If you need a replacement charger or battery, get it from the original manufacturer. Find our life-saving advice on e-bike and e-scooter safety: https://ow.ly/L2Ky50V6kgH #LithiumIonBatteries

Prioritise your and your family’s safety. Remember to unplug appliances when not in use and keep cables away from water or heat sources. For more advice, visit our website: https://ow.ly/rv1P50V69LF #HomeSafety #ElectricalSafety

⚡ Electricity is part of our daily lives, but it can be dangerous for curious little hands. Simple changes, like unplugging chargers, switching off appliances when not in use and teaching kids about electrical dangers, can go a long way in protecting them at home. Check out our safety checklist for parents: https://ow.ly/a8Lj50V57hf You can also visit Child Accident Prevention Trust (CAPT) for more advice: https://ow.ly/6IzQ50V57he 🏡🔌 #ChildSafety #ElectricalSafety

A wonderful first day at Scottish Labour Party Conference, great to have the opportunity to speak to Colin Smyth MSP, Monica Lennon and Kenneth Stevenson MP about our #BatteryBreakdown campaign. ⚡️ If you're attending the conference this weekend, come by Stand C6 and say hello to the team! #ScotLab25

Heading to the Scottish Labour Party Conference? Drop by our stand C6 and say hi to the team: our Research & Outreach Officer, Sharni Keating, our Policy and Public Affairs Manager, Tara Joe, and our Policy and Public Affairs Advisor, Karter Kane. We'll be there from Friday to Sunday - don't miss out! #ScotLab25

⚠️ If you own an e-bike, or know someone who does, please watch and share this important video from West Midlands Fire Service. Find our advice on e-bike and e-scooter safety: https://lnkd.in/eRwDNrDF 👉 Check out the full video from West Midlands Fire Service: https://lnkd.in/eJMqqDFe #LithiumIonBatteries #EbikeSafety

Natasha and Karlo had their whole lives ahead of them—until a devastating fire, caused by an e-bike battery, took them from their loved ones forever. Their two beloved dogs also perished. Today, an inquest in Coventry ruled their deaths as accidental. Now, their families are bravely sharing their heartbreak, hoping to prevent others from suffering the same tragedy. If you own an e-bike or know someone who does, please read our article, watch the video and share it with others. Together, we can help prevent another tragedy. National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) Emergency Services Times His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services (HMICFRS)

One of the most popular kitchen gadgets - but are you using it safely? ⚠️🔥 Our CEO, Lesley Rudd, joined ITV News to reveal the hidden dangers of air fryers and share essential safety tips. While these popular kitchen gadgets make cooking easier, they’ve also been linked to serious fires, causing tens of thousands of pounds in damage. 🎥 Watch Lesley share top tips on how to minimise the risk of fire and cook with confidence. Stay safe and find more safety advice: https://ow.ly/MLz250V2KX6 #AirFryerSafety #KitchenSafety #FirePrevention

🚨 Beware of counterfeit products listed via online marketplaces. It's becoming easier for counterfeiters to sell fake or sub-standard items to consumers. Unsafe products on listings can display images taken from official product sites, fake safety marks, and believable pricing. Stay vigilant and shop smart! ✅ Buy from reputable retailers 📝 Check reviews 🔍 Be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true More advice at: https://ow.ly/cGBW50V2GEp #OnlineMarketplaces #ConsumerSafety #ElectricalSafetyFirst

🔋⚠️ Battery safety matters! Improper use or disposal of batteries can lead to serious hazards such as fires. Stay safe by following these tips: ✅ Store batteries in a cool, dry place. ✅ Keep batteries out of reach of children. ✅ Recycle old batteries at designated recycling points - never throw them in the bin. Find out how to stay safe when using or disposing of larger batteries, such as lithium-ion batteries: https://ow.ly/OP2H50V1MeB #NationalBatteryDay #BatterySafety