Download Our App Electrical Safety Checklist 1 | BATHROOM 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 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected outlets. GFCIs should be 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. 2 | KITCHEN Ensure the back of the refrigerator has room for air circulation, and the coils are free of dirt and buildup. All electrical appliances are used and stored away from the sink. All appliances are plugged into Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected outlets. GFCIs should be tested monthly. All electrical cords aren’t cracked, frayed or damaged in any way. Appliance cords aren’t hanging from tables or counters. Appliance cords are unplugged when not in use. 3 | BASEMENT The circuit breaker box is labeled with the last electrical inspection. The circuit breaker box is labeled with the correct amperage with the rooms, outlets, and circuits they service. Standard circuit breakers have been inspected. Considered talking with your licensed electrician about replacing with Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs). The washer and dryer don’t wobble excessively while running and have room for air circulation. Remove dryer lint after each use. The furnace has been inspected, cleaned and has proper ventilation outside the house. The temperature on the water heater is set to 120° or less. 4 | FAMILY ROOM All unused outlets have safety caps installed, especially when children are in the home. All light switch and outlet covers aren’t cracked or broken. All electrical equipment (lamps, electronics, etc.) are used without the use of extension cords. All power outlets, power strips, and surge protectors aren’t overloaded. All electronics have room for air circulation. 5 | BEDROOM All smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are in working order and are placed outside all sleeping areas on every level of the house. All light fixtures throughout the home are using bulbs and 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. 6 | GARAGE 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 Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected outlets. GFCIs should be tested monthly. Any garage-stored appliances such as refrigerators and freezers have dedicated 20 amp appliance circuits. All storage boxes are placed away from wiring and plugs. PRINT CHECKLIST © 2020 Southeastern Electric Cooperative, Inc.. All Rights Reserved Powered by High Five Media | Privacy Policy OFFICE: 580-924-2170OUTAGES: 580-924-1315PAY MY BILL Learn more