There is a very large choice of lighting products available to
contractors, specifiers, distributors and users.
Many products, particularly non-decorative ones, are barely
distinguishable from each other and, from appearances, it is
difficult for most people to judge whether a product is safe or not.
Light fittings are subject to compulsory specifications but a
number of shortcuts can be and are being taken by unscrupulous
suppliers to reduce cost and offer products at seductive prices,
for example:
• Sub-standard insulation that risks electrocution of installers
and users
• Poor mechanical construction that compromises safety
• The use of flammable materials that present fire risk
• Careless design and assembly of cable routing and
connections that risk safety
• Be suspicious of prices substantially below the going rate
for comparable product on offer
• Look for proper markings: Manufacturer’s name; Lamp type
and wattage; Rated supply voltage and written installation
& maintenance instructions and precautions
• Look for authentication of quality: Notably protection-level
markings (Class I , II or III )
• Purchase brands you can trust.
• Consult the SAFEhouse lighting guide **
• Contact the SAFEhouse Association for assistance.
Looks can be deceiving
AND OFTEN DEADLY
Suppliers you can trust
TM
The SAFEhouse code of conduct includes:
• To offer only products that are safe
• To advise customers if any of their sold products
fail this undertaking
• To recall unsafe products
• To replace unsafe products or render them safe
The SAFEhouse Association is a non-profit, industry
organisation committed to the fight against
sub-standard, unsafe electrical products.
For more information contact
:
Pierre Nothard Cell: 083 414 4980
Tel: 011 396 8140 | Email: pierren@safehousesa.co.za
www.safehousesa.co.za
SAFEhouse members have signed a code of conduct: Your assurance of commitment to offer only safe electrical products
As at 06/10/2015
AMEMBEROFTHE
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GROUP
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** Available on our website or contact SAFEhouse
What can you do? Some guidelines: