Modern life cannot be imagined without the use of modern technology. However, the lack of proper precautions in the use of these modern equipment leads to major losses. Just as a lot of money is wasted on the value of money, so is a priceless life. Accidents like fires are usually caused by electricity, AC (air conditioning) and gas stoves in the house. However, with some awareness, regular maintenance and following some simple instructions, safe use of these devices can be ensured. As a result, it is possible to avoid such accidents.
Electrical accident
Electrical fires occur due to various problems in the electrical system. But what are the reasons? First of all, the lack of coordination of the electrical system with the design of the building. This risk is usually higher in unauthorized buildings. Then comes things like overloading, shotcircuits; With which the issue of user negligence is directly involved.
As can be seen, many times we continue to dress with the plug point of the television running. In that case, the risk of an accident increases due to the lack of coordination of the load. Again, many people buy electrical equipment such as wires, sockets, circuit breakers, etc. at low prices out of the idea of saving money. However, in the case of equipment used in the power system, the cheap thing is quite risky.
Electricity is often eroded as a result of its prolonged use or prolonged exposure to the sun and rain. When they are connected to humid or damp conditions, they can explode and cause terrible fires. Another important issue is to work with an unlicensed mechanic to install or repair electrical connections. Due to the lack of formal training of such mechanics, the quality of work is often not good or defective.
What to do to prevent
Check the overall electrical connection of the house and other electrical appliances at regular intervals at least once every five years.
Using a fire extinguisher.
Do not use multiplugs permanently and do not run many devices with the same multiplug.
Assistance of trained electrical engineer for connection and repair.
Fire from AC
As the use of AC has increased in Bangladesh, so has the rate of AC explosion. We have witnessed a number of AC explosions in different parts of the country in recent years. Poor quality AC, poor use of it in connection, keeping the plug point on all the time when using AC, accumulation of dust due to not cleaning regularly and variation in temperature when using AC — these are the main causes of AC explosion.
AC Security Things to Do
Use of right quality cable in AC connection.
Temperature of 24 degrees above.
When the AC is off, keep the plug point off.
Do not run AC continuously for a long time.
Clean the AC with a brush by mixing detergent in water at regular intervals (once a week if possible) so that dust does not accumulate.
Ensuring adequate oxygen circulation by keeping the doors and windows of the house open for a long time at any time of the day.
Fires from cooking gas
Gas is the mainstay of cooking in civic life. Again, a fire caused by a leak in a gas line or gas cylinder can cause terrible damage in an instant. The carelessness of the users in establishing the gas connection and indifference in maintenance is responsible in this case.
Things to do in safety
We usually hire inexperienced plumbers to connect or repair to save money. Which may at some point become a cause of risk. In this case, connections and repairs should be made with certified gas line contractors.
It is important to have an exhaust fan in the kitchen. Turning it on at least five minutes before running the gas stove reduces the risk level.
Open the doors and windows before lighting the gas stove and keep the ventilation in order.
In case of use of gas cylinder, close the cylinder key at the end of each use.
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Kabir Hossain
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