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The following media releases were archived for 2001.
Butterfly Shaped Night Light Prohibited - Media Statement
[ Published 11 July 2001 ]
The Energy Safety Service is warning people who have bought butterfly shaped night lights, that are a potential fire and electric shock hazard, to destroy them or return them to the retailer for a refund.
Keep Children Safe Around Electricity and Gas - Media Statement
[ Published 14 June 2001 ]
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs' Energy Safety Service has some simple safety tips to make sure that younger children stay safe in your home.
Sleep Easy with your Electric Blanket - Media Statement
[ Published 01 June 2001 ]
There are some simple steps that you can take to stay safe when using electric blankets.
Why Don’t the Birds Die? - Media Statement
[ Published 22 May 2001 ]
When birds sit on power lines, why don't they die? It's one of those priceless, but quite sensible questions we're often faced with as parents, and just goes to show that electricity can be a bit of a mystery for kids.
Butterfly Night Light an Electrical Danger - Media Statement
[ Published 23 April 2001 ]
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs' Energy Safety Service is warning people who have bought night lights in the shape of a butterfly to destroy them or return them to the retailer for a refund.
Keep Warm without the Worries - Media Statement
[ Published 20 April 2001 ]
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs' Energy Safety Service has some simple safety tips to make sure that you stay warm and safe.
Watch out for the Shocking Overheads (with Māori Text) - Media Statement
[ Published 20 April 2001 ]
The Ministry of Consumer Affairs' Energy Safety Service warns that there are risks associated with working near power lines.
Watch out for the Shocking Overheads - Media Statements
[ Published 12 April 2001 ]
Be careful when you are working in the vicinity of power lines where they enter your house.
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