Mobile phone has become a basic necessity of every home today, and with it the use of charger also continues throughout the day. But many times this simple equipment becomes the cause of serious accidents. Recently, a case of a child getting electrocuted by a mobile charger came to light, which has once again drawn everyone’s attention towards the possible dangers associated with chargers. Experts say that this accident can happen in any home, especially when basic safety measures are ignored.
The real reason for increase in accidents due to charger
According to experts working on electrical equipment, the biggest reasons for electrocution from charger are substandard or fake chargers, bad wiring, cut wires, and overloaded sockets.
Many times people sleep overnight leaving the phone on charge, which increases the possibility of excess heat and short circuit.
Children are naturally curious and try to touch the charger or pull the cord, which can lead to more accidents.
Wet hands and moist areas double the risk
Experts warn that touching the phone or charger with wet hands is extremely dangerous. Due to moisture the flow of electricity occurs faster and the electric shock can be many times higher than normal.
Using the charger in the bathroom, kitchen or near water is risky for both children and adults.
It is often seen that people leave their mobile phones charging near the sink, bed or pillow—which becomes the main reason for accidents.
Attention to domestic wiring is also important
Old wiring and poor condition of sockets in the house are also the root cause of many accidents. If the socket appears loose, burnt or sparking, immediate help should be sought from an electrician.
Additionally, connecting multiple devices together in a single multi-plug also creates overload problems, which can cause the charger to overheat and explode or increase the current flow.
How to avoid such accidents? Expert advice
Never use fake or local charger. Buy only BIS certified charger.
Stop using damaged wires immediately and replace them.
Do not leave the phone on charge overnight.
Keep children away from the phone and charger while charging.
Avoid charging in water or humid places.
Always keep the charger in a place with proper ventilation, not under a pillow or blanket.
If sparking is seen in the socket, stop using it immediately.
By taking these simple precautions, major accidents can be easily avoided.
Government and experts appeal: Do not take security lightly
Government agencies and electrical safety experts are continuously appealing that people should not treat the charger as a toy or a common appliance.
This is an electrical appliance, with which even slight carelessness can lead to serious consequences. It is extremely important to follow the prescribed guidelines for the safety of families, especially children.
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