Electrical Fires

Electrical hazards that can cause a fire are usually the result of faulty or defective equipment, unsafe installation, or misuse of equipment like extension cords, power strips and surge protectors. This 1-page safety meeting topic has two discussion questions and can be used to host a safety meeting to review the most common causes of electrical fires, the hazards of damaged cables, and safety tips to ensure power strips and wall outlets do not become overloaded and cause a fire.