Safety during operation of power grids and electrical equipment

In the ranking of fire causes for the first six months of 2025 in the Vitebsk region, violations of the rules for the design and operation of electrical networks and electrical equipment ranked first;

The Ministry of Emergency Situations reminds of the basic requirements of fire safety rules for the operation of electrical networks and electrical equipment:

- before using electrical appliances, carefully read the operating instructions and strictly follow them;

- use only serviceable electrical appliances;

- do not overload electrical networks or overheat electrical appliances;

- after using an electrical appliance, disconnect it from the power supply. Do not leave charging mobile phones and other gadgets and devices plugged in unattended;

- install heating appliances on non-combustible bases or stands;

- install protective devices of factory production only.

If an electrical appliance catches fire:

- quickly de-energize the electrical appliance (unplug it or completely cut off power to the room);

- cover the electrical appliance with a dense, heavy cloth to cut off oxygen supply;

- if you cannot extinguish the fire yourself and the flames have spread beyond the appliance's casing, report the fire by calling 101 or 112 and immediately leave the premises;

- remember that the smoke emitted during the burning of an electrical appliance is highly toxic – protect your respiratory organs with a scarf or sleeve;

- when leaving, tightly close windows and doors to prevent the spread of fire;

- notify neighbors.