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02/02/2026

https://www.electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/what-we-do/consumer-campaigns/online-campaigns/electrical-fire-safety-week-2026/

Check our where Warwickshire comes in on the stats in the above link..

🔥 Electrical Safety Month – A Quick but Vital Reminder 🔥
White Watch Nuneaton is supporting the NFCC’s February Fire Kills safety campaign to highlight who’s most at risk in a fire — and why smoke alarms matter more than ever.
👶 Children under 5 – make up half of fire deaths under 16. They can’t escape alone.
🏡 People living alone – involved in 36% of dwelling fires; 14% end in fatalities.
👴 Older adults living alone – nearly 20% of fires, often with slower response times.
🚨 And the worrying part:
40% of people living alone don’t test their alarms, and 14% have none at all.
The message is simple: Test your smoke alarms. Check on those who may need support. A working alarm saves lives.

book a safe and well check, if you reside in Warwickshire today-
https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk/fire-safety-home-1/apply-safe-well-visit

29/01/2026

Suffolk Trading Standards Imports Team have detained a consignment of 48 unsafe Boot Warmers because they pose an electric shock and fire risk.

The plug attached to the boot warmer had a clover-leaf shaped plug and did not have a fuse, posing an electrical shock risk and fire risk. Clover leaf plugs are small in their size, not meeting the legal requirements of a plug to be sold in the UK. Plug pins on the device are too close to the edges of the plug mold, risking the user coming into contact with them when inserting or removing, from a mains socket.

The product, labelling and packaging were also found to be missing the manufacturer details and the importer name and address. Furthermore, the product was not marked with a CE or UKCA mark and no instructions for use were available.

The goods were imported from China and destined for sale on eBay. The listings have been removed from the site and the goods will be destroyed.

If you have purchased a product that you think may be unsafe, stop using it immediately and report it to Trading Standards via Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 0808 223 1133.

Make sure you only buy products from a reputable retailer. If buying on an online marketplace such as Amazon or eBay, make sure you check the details of the seller and that they have a UK address. Check the reviews for the product to see what others have said, and remember, if the price seems too good to be true, it probably is!

A very similar product recently caused a house fire in Rochdale. See the news article in the comments ⤵️

29/01/2026

Plug protectors are a common sight in many homes with children across the UK, but research has found they could do more harm than good

23/01/2026

Ensure the safety of your electrical appliances, new or old, and be alerted if ever a safety repair is needed.

Register your appliances:
https://orlo.uk/5PSCC

19/01/2026

Product Recall for Creative Gift 3D Illusion Lamp sold via Etsy and eBay. The product presents a risk of choking and burns as the battery compartment of the products is not secured, allowing easy access to the compartment and button cell batteries. The batteries may be placed in the mouth and swallowed, presenting a choking hazard for young children and causing internal burns to the gastrointestinal tract.

Brand: Creative Gift (on packaging)
Product Description: Colour-changing lamp with a plastic base, sold in a black cardboard box with green and blue lettering.

The product has been recalled from end users by Montrose Crystal.

Consumers are advised to stop using the product immediately and to keep it out of reach of children. For further information, please contact Montrose Crystal: info@montrosecrystal.com

15/01/2026

Do your research! ⚠️That online bargain might cost more than you think…

Electricals bought from third-party sellers on online marketplaces may not meet UK safety standards. Genuine products are rigorously tested - counterfeits or substandard products are not.

For peace of mind, stick to reputable retailers and manufacturers. Find our tips at electricalsafetyfirst.org.uk/dbe

15/01/2026

Product Recall for Southern Arbor Electric Rechargable Hot Water Bottle sold via TikTok Shop presenting a serious risk of fire.

The product presents a serious risk of fire because there is a lack of thermal protection to prevent overheating when it is subject to misuse. As there are no supplied instructions, it is possible that no water will be added to the product, and whilst it is plugged in and charging, it may ignite whilst the user is not present, causing harm to consumer and home. Additionally, the adaptor supplied with the product has incorrectly sized pins and does not meet the requirements of the relevant standard.

Brand Southern Arbor
Model QM-01
Barcode 69615846554
Serial / Batch Number 54513127286

The product has been recalled from end users. Owners are advised to stop using the product immediately and contact the distributor they purchased from to request redress.

11/01/2026

Smoke alarms saved lives in Loughton this morning 👆

A kitchen fire broke out early today after a vacuum cleaner left on charge caught alight.

Thankfully, working smoke alarms activated quickly, giving the occupants vital early warning. Everyone got out safely and called 999.

Watch Manager Glenn Jackson said:

“This incident shows just how important working smoke alarms are. Because the smoke alarms activated at the first sign of the fire, the occupants were able to get out quickly and call 999, which prevented the fire from causing more serious damage.”

More details in comments 👇

07/01/2026

Product Recall for Ultrapods Pro True Wireless Headset. The product presents a serious risk of burns as the supplied USB cable cannot handle outputs from standard USB power sources. This means it may melt when it is used to charge the product, and cause burn injuries to the user.

Brand: Jinhua Jiebo Electronics Co. Ltd
Models: AP092
Barcode: 5060353228556
Batch: CT250202, CT241001
Headphones available in black, silver, light blue and peach. All colours have the same model number and batch number.

Consumers should stop using the product immediately and contact the distributor for redress. A Plush Limited can be contacted at: 01277 811220.

31/12/2025