Checks you can make in your home today to help it be more electrically safe. OutletsCheck for outlets that have loose-fitting plugs, which can overheat and lead to fire. Replace any missing or broken wall plates. Make sure there are safety covers on all unused outlets that are accessible to children. CordsMake sure cords are in good condition – not frayed or cracked. Make sure they are placed out of traffic areas. Cords should never be nailed or stapled to the wall, baseboard or to another object. Do not place cords under carpets or rugs or rest any furniture on them. Extension cordsCheck to see that the cords are not overloaded. Additionally, extension cords should only be used on a temporary basis. They are not intended as permanent household wiring. Make sure extension cords have safety closures to help prevent children from shock hazards and mouth burn injuries. PlugsMake sure your plugs fit your outlets. Never remove the ground pin (the third prong) to make a three-prong plug fit a two-conductor outlet;

this could lead to an electrical shock. NEVER FORCE A PLUG INTO AN OUTLET IF IT DOESN’T FIT. Plugs should fit securely into outlets. Avoid overloading outlets with too many appliances. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs)GFCIs can help prevent electrocution. They should be used in any area where water and electricity may come into contact. When a GFCI senses current leakage in an electrical circuit, it assumes a ground fault has occurred. It then interrupts power fast enough to help prevent serious injury from electrical shock. Test GFCIs regularly according to the manufacturer’s instructions to make sure they are working properly. If your home is more than 10 years old, have the wiring in your home inspected by a licensed electrician. Light bulbsCheck the wattage of all bulbs in light fixtures to make sure they are the correct wattage for the size of the fixture. Replace bulbs that have higher wattage than recommended; if you don’t know the correct wattage, check with the manufacturer of the fixture.

Make sure bulbs are screwed in securely. Loose bulbs may overheat. Circuit breakers/fusesCircuit breakers and fuses should be the correct size and current rating for their current circuit. If you do not know the correct size, have an electrician identify and label the size to be used. Always replace a fuse with the same size fuse. Water and electricity don’t mixDon’t leave plugged-in appliances where they might come into contact with water. If a plugged-in appliance falls into water, NEVER reach in to pull it out – even if it’s turned off. First turn off the power source at the panelboard and then unplug the appliance. If you have an appliance that has gotten wet, don’t use it until it has been checked by a qualified repair person. AppliancesIf an appliance repeatedly blows a fuse, trips a circuit breaker, or if it has given you a shock, unplug it and have it repaired or replaced. Entertainment/computer equipmentCheck to see that the equipment is in good condition and working properly;

look for cracks or damage in wiring, plugs, and connectors. Use a surge protector bearing the seal of a nationally recognized certification agency.Orange And White Chevron Bedding Outdoor safetyElectric-powered mowers and other tools should not be used in the rain, on wet grass or in wet conditions. Tlc Group T ShirtInspect power tools and electric lawn mowers before each use for frayed power cords, broken plugs and cracked or broken housings. Blue And White Striped Nautical CurtainsIf damaged, stop using it immediately. Repair it or replace it. Always use an extension cord marked for outdoor use and rated for the power needs of your tools. Remember to unplug all portable power tools when not in use. Since metal ladders conduct electricity, watch out for overhead wires and power lines.

LightingDuring an electrical storm, do not use appliances (i.e. hairdryers, toasters, and radios) or telephones (except in an emergency); do not take a bath or shower; keep batteries on hand for flashlights and radios in case of a power outage; and use surge protectors on electronic devices and appliances. Space heatersSpace heaters are meant to supply supplemental heat. Keep space heaters at least 3 ft. away from any combustible materials such as bedding, clothing, draperies, furniture, and rugs. Don’t use in rooms where children are unsupervised and remember to turn off and unplug when not in use. Halogen floor lampsHalogen floor lamps operate at much higher temperatures than a standard incandescent light bulb. Never place a halogen floor lamp where it could come in contact with draperies, clothing or other combustible materials. Be sure to turn the lamp off whenever you leave the room for an extended period of time and never use torchiere lamps in children’s bedrooms or playrooms.

Vehicle Equipment(For Passenger Vehicles Only) Many of New York States' Vehicle & Traffic Laws were enacted to promote traffic safety. This page covers vehicle equipment requirements and related law: Vehicle Equipment Related Sites V&T Law — Vehicle Equipment for Passenger Vehicles V&T Law — Periodic Inspection of all Motor Vehicles NOTE:  Numbers in bold print are sections of law. Only sections of Part 375 related to passenger vehicle equipment which is safety related are available on the linked page. The sections have been grouped together by topic and are not in numerical order. Headlights & Windshield Wipers - You must use your headlights: From 1/2 hour after sunset to 1/2 hour before sunrise, Whenever visibility ahead for 1,000 feet is not clear, Whenever your windshield wipers are in use as a result of rain, sleet, snow, hail or other adverse weather. §375 (1)  §375 2 (a) Inspection required with change of vehicle ownership -

In addition to the required annual safety and emissions inspection, any time a vehicle is registered to a new owner, it is required to have a New York State Vehicle Inspection.  This inspection will assure you that your vehicle is in a safe condition and is roadworthy. All vehicles are required to be equipped with safety glass. Safety glass is defined as glass which has been manufactured or treated to prevent shattering or flying pieces when it is broken.  A vehicle may not be driven on the roadway with glass that is broken, fractured or discolored so the drivers' visibility is obstructed.  According to the Commissioner's Regulations covering inspections, your vehicle will not pass inspection if: Any window is broken or has exposed sharp or jagged edges. Your windshield has a crack more than eleven inches long, with any part of the crack in the windshield wiper path, or a "star" crack which is more than three inches in diameter. Making sure that your tires are in good (and legal) condition, inflated with proper air pressure, will provide your vehicle with adequate traction in most driving situations and may save you from having to change a flat tire in unsafe or inconvenient circumstances. 

Tires must be in good condition. The NYS Motor Vehicle Inspection requirements for tires on passenger vehicles include: Must conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. Minimum tread depth of 2/32 of an inch at the most worn two adjacent tread grooves on the tire. No cuts or breaks more than one inch long and deep enough to reach the body cords. No bumps, bulges or knots. No exposed ply or cord structure. No tires with restricted usage markings. (  These are inspection standards.  You can use a temporary or "donut" spare in an emergency, however they are built for very limited use and should be replaced as soon as possible.) Commercial vehicles (medium and heavy duty) must meet more stringent requirements. Every year when your vehicle has its annual NYS Motor Vehicle Inspection, all of the vehicles' lighting devices are checked for operation and condition. Each vehicle has minimum lighting requirements according to its' year of manufacture.

The vehicle must meet these standards. Any lens which is broken or missing so that white light is being emitted from a colored lens or any lens which has been repaired with material such as tape, plastic or cellophane will not pass inspection. Headlights, both low beams and high beams are checked for operation. Only the low beam headlights are checked for aim within the correct specifications.  1953 and newer model vehicles are required to have two front facing amber directional signals, and two rear facing red or amber directional signals. These signals must be maintained and in working order at all times. The vehicle will also be equipped with an indicator lamp, in sight of the driver, that functions when the directional signals are working.   Brake Lights (Stop lamps) - 1952 or older one red or amber rear facing stop lamp 1953 - 1970, two red or amber rear facing stop lamps 1971 and newer two red rear facing stop lamps 1987 and newer - in addition to two red rear facing stop lamps, a high mounted stop lamp on the vertical center rear of the vehicle.  

Back Up Lights - 1969 and newer vehicles are required to be equipped with at least one white rear facing lamp that activates when the vehicle is in reverse.   Hazard Warning Devices - Four way flashers, which operate independently of the directional signals, are required on all 1966 and newer vehicles.   All passenger vehicles must be equipped with front and rear bumpers to provide protection to the vehicles' lamps, body parts and vehicle occupants.   Each year when your vehicle has its' annual NYS Motor Vehicle Inspection, the braking system is checked. However, if your brakes are making noises, fading or pulling in one direction when you stop, you should get them checked. You should also check the brake fluid level in your vehicle from time to time. If you notice leakage or that the fluid needs to be filled often, you should get your brake system checked.   Your vehicle is required to have rear view mirrors. These requirements are according to the age of the vehicle.