Electrical Safety Checklist

         BATHROOM (Red)
• All electrical appliances are used away from the sink, tub, toilet and/or shower.
• All appliance cords are unplugged when not in use.
• All appliances are plugged into GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) -protected outlets, and GFCIs have been tested monthly.
• All unused outlets have safety caps installed, especially when children are in the home.
• All lighting in your shower area is vapor-tight.

         KITCHEN (Dark Blue)
• Back of refrigerator has room for air circulation and its coils are free of dirt and buildup.
• All electrical appliances are placed and used away from the sink.
• All appliances are plugged into GFCI - protected outlets, and GFCIs have been tested monthly.
• All electrical cords are not cracked, frayed or damaged in any way.
• Appliance cords are not hanging from tables or counters and are unplugged when not in use.

         FAMILY ROOM (Orange)
• All unused outlets have safety caps installed, especially when children are in the home.
• All light switch and outlet covers are not cracked or broken.
• All electrical equipment (lamps, electronics, etc.) are being used without the use of extension cords.
• All power outlets, power strips and surge protectors are not overloaded.
• All electronics have room for air circulation.
               
        BEDROOM (Green)
• All smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are in working order, and are placed outside all sleeping areas and on every level of the house.
• All light fixtures throughout the home are using bulbs not exceeding the fixture’s maximum wattage.
• No electrical cords are resting under rugs or furniture.
• Electronic devices, such as phone chargers, are unplugged when not in use.
• Window unit air conditioners are plugged in on their own dedicated circuit.

         GARAGE (Light Blue)
• All electrical cords are not cracked, frayed or damaged in any way – and are never used on a permanent basis.
• Appliance cords are unplugged when not in use.
• All appliances are plugged into GFCI - protected outlets, and GFCIs have been tested monthly.
• Any garage-stored appliances, like refrigerators and freezers, have dedicated 20 - amp appliance circuits.
• All storage boxes are placed away from wiring and plugs.