Tackling electrical installations, whether simply to change your lights or to install a chandelier, requires following safety instructions, with a view to avoiding fatal accidents.
Security instructions
In the field of lighting, it is essential, even vital, to respect safety rules. The vast majority of domestic accidents are actually caused by electricity. It is necessary to be aware of these instructions at all times when doing DIY around the luminaires and during modification or installation operations.
First, before carrying out the work, it is imperative to cut off the electricity and then properly dry your hands. The floor should show no signs of dampness. Wires and extension cords must not be tangled, they must be properly stored in order to recognize them well. It is also necessary to respect the electrical power of the bulb. The recommendations issued by the manufacturer must also be taken into consideration in order to avoid certain damage, or even worse, the start of a fire.
Also, as you know, incandescent and halogen bulbs emit heat. It is therefore recommended to keep them away from wood, fabrics or papers. These types of bulbs as well as stair lights or recessed spotlights are not recommended since they can cause burns. This precaution is all the more valid if you have children at home.
During the intervention, be sure to use standard tools. Normally, pliers or screwdrivers should have an insulating coating that prevents electricity from passing through.
Finally, during the operation, it is strongly advised to keep a certain distance from the ceiling as well as from flammable materials.
Choose the right products
Before rushing to change your lights, make sure you buy the right product first. The fact is that quality luminaires must meet certain standards. To recognize the right articles, you just have to refer to the label. In principle, this must show the base of the bulb required, the voltage and the power of the lamp, the level of protection and the protection class.
Specific symbols are indicated on the packaging for devices that reveal a thermal effect.