68K views · 739 reactions | There is a misconception out there that every power bar you buy will have surge protection in the actual bar. This isn't true for all power bars. Think twice before you get your power strips from the dollar store, especially if you are plugging expensive things in. Eaton's Electrical Sector has a duplex receptacle that has surge built into it already. | Mike Holmes | Facebook

DID YOU KNOW ⁉ Overloading a power strip can create a fire hazard. Inspector/Investigator Keith Hurm shares important safety tips for Fire Prevention Month. 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 𝐓𝐢𝐩𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐩𝐬: ✅ There should only be one power strip plugged into a double wall outlet. Do not plug a power strip into an existing surge protector or extension cord. ✅ Only use power strips for low-voltage electronics. ✅ Keep all power strips and surge protectors uncovered for air circulation. ✅ If a p

175K views · 509 reactions | Important Safety Alert from Firefighters: Don’t Ever Plug This Into a Power Strip. (check in the first comment) | Legacy Times | Facebook

Safety Message - Power Strips and Extension Cords