The Consumer Product Safety Commission says that 2,400 children per year are treated in emergency rooms for shocks and electrical burns related to electrical outlets. 89% are less than 6 years old.  Fortunately, there is a simple way to avoid this happening to your child, thanks to child proof power outlets.

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ince 2008, the National Electric Code has required all new homes to be outfitted with child proof power outlets. This is mainly due to the fact that they are the easiest way to maintain a safe environment for young children at home without causing any inconvenience to the rest of the household. For anyone who knows how to properly operate a power outlet, the tamper resistant receptacle will cause no difficulty whatsoever. To insert a plug into the power outlet, you must simply apply equal pressure to both sides simultaneously as you normally would with any other standard receptacle. This allows the tamper proof cover plate to open and for you to safely connect power to your device.

Never seen a child proof outlet? Take a look at this quick video demonstration.

If you would like to upgrade the level of safety in your home, Vancouver’s electrical experts at Highmark Electric will be happy to help. Child proof outlets cost only a fraction more than standard power outlets, and can be installed in virtually no time at all. Our certified staff of skilled electricians will make sure your family is safe in your home by installing child proof outlets quickly and properly. To find out more about this and our other quality electrical services, feel free to check out our website or contact us to book a consultation.