Electrical Safety First

Powering change + saving lives.
UK’s free electrical safety advice go-to, a charity dedicated to preventing deaths and injuries caused by electricity.

[Electrical Safety First @ElecSafetyFirst]

Most of us expect the products we buy online to be safe.

⚠️ But with e-bikes and batteries, it’s not always that straightforward.

There’s a lot happening behind the scenes to ensure that these products are safe.📽️ Watch the documentary now: https://t.co/5ZxkyDRPV1

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⚡ Be sure to register your product to stay informed about recalls: https://t.co/H6EuN8RMDe

Stay safe and follow the manufacturer's instructions when using your new product. For more info, check out our safety advice page: https://t.co/xWbPEoGiJU

[Electrical Safety First @ElecSafetyFirst]

🎃 Don’t let unsafe electrics in your home ruin your Halloween.
Get electrical installations checked by a registered electrician from a competent person scheme: https://t.co/lfDWf5yoWW

Buying new lights and decorations? Stick to reputable high-street retailers.⚡

[Electrical Safety First @ElecSafetyFirst]

Hosted by @JamesAsser MP, we invited MPs and stakeholders in Parliament yesterday for the launch of our new research with @ucl: https://t.co/2F4LKBM0SK The findings highlight the need to look beyond individual riders and address the wider barriers to safer e-bike use.

[Electrical Safety First @ElecSafetyFirst]

Make sure the heater hasn’t been exposed to moisture or extreme temperatures in storage.

🔌 Inspect the cable before use.

⚠️ Check for any cracks, cable frays or damage.

🐭 Look for signs of rodent nibbling.

Find our electric heater safety tips: https://t.co/LHUwJZvKIp

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📍 We’re in Aberdeen for the @theSNP Conference!

Stop by Stand 26 and meet the team. We’ll be talking about how we can keep electrical safety at the heart of the journey to net zero. ⚡

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As more products are reused, repaired and recirculated, questions around safety and responsibility become increasingly important.

Join the conference next month to hear perspectives from industry, legal experts and the Right to Repair.

Sponsored by @UL_Standards

[Electrical Safety First @ElecSafetyFirst]

That cheap plug could cost you more than you think… even if it shows rating plates or safety markings, it doesn't always mean it's genuine. 👉 Learn more about one of our investigations into counterfeit chargers: https://t.co/HpZKABFeL6

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Dangerous products shouldn’t be available for sale in the first place. 👇

Following our "energy-saving" devices campaign, our product safety engineer, Giuseppe Capanna, spoke to @bbc5live about the wider issue of product safety on online marketplaces.

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We’ve been out on the road with @Deliveroo and @LondonFire, speaking to delivery riders about e-bike and e-scooter safety.⚡

Across several roadshows, we’ve reached thousands of riders with practical advice on buying, storing and charging safely. Thanks @Deliveroo for having us!

[James Asser MP @JamesAsser]

I caught up with Electrical Safety First at Labour Conference, they were talking with MPs about consumer protection, support for vulnerable people and issues of safety.

I’m hosting an event with them in Parliament on new research of the safety experiences of gig economy riders.

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🏆 We’ve been shortlisted five times at the Global Digital Excellence Awards 2026!

Our campaigns, ‘Battery Breakdown: Inside the UK's E-bike Fire Crisis’ and ‘The Beep ’, have been recognised across Standout Charity/Not-for-Profit Campaign, TikTok and Video/Animation categories.

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At @GrandDesigns Live, we heard from homeowners who hadn’t checked whether their electrician was registered, facing expensive problems later down the line. Our tool helps you find a registered electrician and gives you extra reassurance before work begins: https://t.co/lfDWf5yoWW

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Plug in this device and it'll cut your electricity use by 30%. Some bold claims.
Our investigation revealed quite the opposite.

We opened up a handful of these “energy-saving” devices to see what consumers are actually getting for their money.

https://t.co/DvIR66QSa9

[Electrical Safety First @ElecSafetyFirst]

💡 #PrimeBigDealsDay is almost here ⚡️

While hunting for the best offers, be cautious of third-party sellers on online marketplaces, especially when buying electricals. Buy from reputable retailers and find our advice: https://t.co/SYK039zidT

#OnlineMarketplaces

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Could a plug-in device really be the answer to lower energy bills? We tested 13 different devices from online marketplaces and found NONE of them could deliver the saving claimed: https://t.co/7HhAWPgfHW

What's worse, every one FAILED basic safety tests: https://t.co/z14KBuZ0Mb

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It claims to cut your electricity bill by 30%. One exploded during our testing.

Watch Giuseppe Capanna expose dangerous plug-in “energy-saving” devices on Good Morning Britain.

There are no safe versions. Don’t buy one.
https://t.co/fN9mRCHg3m

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This is what happened when we tested these "energy-saving" devices: https://t.co/CNTje5zQSw🔋 None of the devices met the required safety standards, with many missing the right components or protective devices to fail safely in the event of a fault. https://t.co/7HhAWPgfHW

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Here's what we found when we tested these so-called "energy-saving" devices👇 More info on @Independent https://t.co/QGcIfNa3k6

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As energy bills rise, products promising an easy way to save money can be tempting. We tested 13 "energy-saving" devices...none could deliver the savings claimed, and all failed basic safety tests, putting users at risk of electric shock and fire. https://t.co/7HhAWPgfHW

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Our stand has seen a fantastic turnout at the @LabourParty Conference, with discussions covering consumer protection, sustainability, energy and support for vulnerable people. We were also pleased to chat to @JamesAsser MP about our upcoming parliamentary event in October.