The Dangers of Improper Cable Management
In a busy office or work environment where new equipment is constantly being introduced and existing equipment is being upgraded, many employees will simply plug in their equipment and leave the unsightly coil of cable tangled under the desk forgotten. But messy, tangled cabling is not just untidy, it is dangerous too. On top of this, it can create a bad impression on visitors to your workplace.
The Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFi) state that an estimated 3,300 residential fires are started by extension cords each year, killing and injuring over 300 people. ESFi also reveals that over half of the injuries involved fractures, lacerations, contusions, or sprains caused by people tripping over the cords.
Good cable management is one of the simplest ways to keep your office tidy and clear of unsightly tangles. Cables can get knotted and even come loose, creating mess and potential danger with them. The best way to keep each cable tidy is to use a good quality cable organizer. These come in various shapes and sizes and will keep untidy cables neatly out of sight, eliminating any potential dangers from knotted wires catching fire or tripping people up.
All companies know that safety is a huge issue in the workplace but very few people implement a proper cable management plan. The statistics from ESFi indicate that it is incredibly dangerous to leave wires tangled and in the way. They can overheat, melt and even catch fire. The best way of preventing this is the humble cable tidy, an item often overlooked but incredibly useful.
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