Other Safety Devices
[ Last Updated 3 July 2007 ]
Shuttered Sockets
Socket outlets fitted with internal protective shutters make it more difficult for children to poke things into them.
Recessed Sockets and Shrouded Plugs
Recessed sockets and shrouded plugs on electrical fittings, extension cords and double adaptors help to prevent contact with the metal pins on a plug if they become partially exposed.
Insulated Metal Pins
An additional safety feature is a plastic insulation sleeve on the metal pins on a plug. Like recessed sockets, these prevent contact with the metal pins.
Transparent Sockets and Plugs
Clear-backed sockets and plugs expose any problems with the wiring.
Four-Way Switched Socket Outlets
These can be installed as part of your home’s permanent fittings to give you four sockets at an outlet, eliminating the need for multi-boxes and extension cords.
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