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Many accidents and fatalities that happen in the home involve electricity. Here are some tips on keeping your home safe:

Have your wiring installation checked at least once every five years by an approved contractor, or straightaway if you are buying an older property. Look for an NICEIC or ECA member.
Do not use appliances with worn or damaged flexes. Don’t wire flexes together.
Keep portable mains-operated appliances out of the bathroom.
Have electric blankets serviced and checked regularly.
If an appliance appears faulty, stop using it and have it checked at once.
Consider having a RCD (Residual Current Device) for whole house protection. These are especially valuable when power tools are used.
What is a Residual Current Device?
Look for the CE mark, the BEAB mark, BS safety mark or British Standard number when you buy electrical equipment.
Never overload an electric socket.