January 23, 2018 / Last updated : January 23, 2018 David Carraher Uncategorized

Burnt RCBO

This customer had a lucky escape, see previous blog regarding burnt fuse unit.

January 23, 2018 / Last updated : January 23, 2018 David Carraher Uncategorized

Dangerous risk of fire

Found to day in a house in Sallynoggin. The customer called to say the fuse kept blowing. The fuse unit had burnt out and was overheating. This could easily have caused a fire.

December 27, 2017 / Last updated : December 27, 2017 David Carraher Uncategorized

Thank you

Thank you card received from the daughter of a customer.

November 11, 2017 / Last updated : November 11, 2017 David Carraher Safety

Test your RCD, it could save your life.

November 11, 2017 / Last updated : November 11, 2017 David Carraher Safety

Electrical sockets and switches can cause fires.

If a switch or socket feels warm to touch, then something is very wrong. You will often get an unusual smell (fishy smell). Do not ignore these signs. Unplug any appliances or switch off switches. Call an electrician if you are not sure what to do.

September 11, 2017 / Last updated : September 11, 2017 David Carraher Safety

Test Your RCD now. It could save your life

July 8, 2017 / Last updated : July 8, 2017 David Carraher Safety

Please ensure your RCD is operating correctly. It could save your life

RCD, Elcb, RCB, RCBO it doesn’t matter what you call it, test it and make sure it work. If you are not sure, feel free to call us for free advice.

June 6, 2017 / Last updated : June 6, 2017 David Carraher Safety

Recessed halogen Lights cause fire

I got called to a house in Dalkey today as the MCB kept tripping out and they had no upstairs lights. There were 12v Halogen lamps upstairs and the transformer had burnt through the cable feeding the lights. Luckily the MCB had tripped out before a fire was caused.. LED lamps are much safer and […]

June 3, 2017 / Last updated : June 3, 2017 David Carraher Safety

Emergency Lighting

Just finished an end of year test of Emergency Lighting in shop in Dundrum. Customer was having problem getting contractor to complete and certify tests. We were able to respond with in 2 weeks. The customer was extremely happy and requested us to complete other work in the shop.

June 3, 2017 / Last updated : June 3, 2017 David Carraher Safety

Please ensure your RCD is operating.

RCD’s save lives. It is important that you check your RCD is operating properly

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