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15/10/2025

Do you own one of these tumble dryers?
⚠️Safety Risk Alert: Tumble Dryers
Certain models of built-in heat pump tumble dryers under the Haier, Hoover, Candy, Baumatic, and Iberna brands have been identified as a potential fire risk. If yours was purchased between 2019 and 2025, check it now at productsafety.haier.co.uk

👉 If you own one of the affected models, you should immediately STOP it using and unplug the appliance until the engineer has completed the modification.

14/10/2025

Unpacking your electric blanket for the chilly months ahead? 🛏️❄️ Before you get cosy, keep these safety tips in mind when getting it out from storage:

🔍 Carry out a visual check to ensure the blanket is intact with no signs of damage from storage or transport when first purchased. Check for wear, frayed cords, or damaged wiring. If in doubt, replace it and avoid buying from third-party sellers on online marketplaces.

06/10/2025

⚠️ Never overload an extension lead by plugging in appliances that will exceed the maximum current rating stated for the extension lead. This could cause overheating and lead to a fire.

05/10/2025

A very old post but worth reading again.

How safe are you around the home? Take a look at these stats from Electrical Safety First to consider when and how you may be most at risk. Visit our website for electrical safety advice: https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/safety-and-crime/fire-safety/electrical-fire-safety

29/09/2025

Getting your electric heater out of the loft?

🔌 Inspect the cable before use

⚠️ Check for any cracks, cable frays or damage

🐭 Look for signs of rodent nibbling

Make sure the heater hasn’t been exposed to moisture or extreme temperatures in storage. Find our electric heater safety tips: https://ow.ly/zjUA50X2gSV

26/09/2025

Have a good watch of the videos on the Home Electricals part, I’ve come across a few of these items in the last year.

Fake and other dangerous electrical products are being sold to unknowing customers. Sign our petition and demand action against the unlawful sale of dangerous electricals! Read our safe shoppers guide to discover the main problems when buying electrical products online and our top 10 tips when makin...

19/09/2025

https://www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/guidance/safety-around-the-home/plug-checker/

Plug safety Sub-standard and counterfeit electrical plugs can be deadly! The Plug Checker has been developed to allow you to quickly check and ensure the plugs

17/09/2025

Buying chargers, laptops or other electricals online? Stay safe:

✅Stick to trusted retailers: avoid unknown marketplace sellers.
✅Check for UK plugs, CE/UKCA marks, and clear instructions.
✅Watch out for warning signs: low prices, vague seller info, or poor packaging.
✅Trust your instincts: if it feels off, don’t use it.

If you suspect a product is unsafe, stop using it and report it to Trading Standards.

10/09/2025

Electrical manufacturer Haier is to restart its programme of corrective action for integrated heat pump tumble dryers. From early September, Haier will contact customers whose machines had previously been repaired to arrange a new safety modification.

Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) told Haier to halt its initial repair programme because of concerns the modification was still unsafe. Following a review of Haier’s updated modification by OPSS, the company has been informed it can resume its programme and begin contacting consumers once again.

Affected brands include Candy, Baumatic, Caple, Haier, Hoover, Lamona, Iberna and Montpellier.

OPSS published Product Safety Reports in May 2025 warning consumers of the risk of fire in certain models and recommending affected consumers seek a repair from the company.

Consumers who have one of the brands of heat pump tumble dryer listed should use the links in the comments to check whether their model is affected and contact the company if necessary. ⤵️

26/08/2025

It’s important that with winter coming up you never plug heaters into extension leads. I find this done all the time, sometimes a little too late.

20/08/2025