Dangerous, just like other plastic inserts, 8 Sept. 2012

There's no need for these, UK sockets are safe and these simply turn them into a fire hazard. I considered purchasing these after we had our daughter in 2010 but after some research discovered that they're making things less safe rather than more so. I've no doubt this review will be taken down quickly but please read the awareness website for information and make your own mind up.[...]

This review is from: 10 x BRITWEAR® Child Baby Main Plug Socket Plastic Safety Cover (Baby Product)

SHAME ON AMAZON, THE MANUFACTURER, THE SELLER AND POSITIVE REVIEWERS, 25 Feb. 2013

I am an electrician and am persuaded by the following:

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and other electricians tend to agree:

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Do not reinsert any of these unsafe covers which you may have in use.

Socket Covers should NOT be inserted into sockets - they are dangerous!

British 13 Amp sockets have built in automatic shutters to protect against children poking things in.

First introduced 65 years ago, they are considered the safest in the world and do not require external covers.

No responsible national body recommends using socket covers.

(That includes the UK Government, RoSPA, Ofsted, Child Accident Prevention Trust and Electrical Safety Council.)

Sockets are made to accept plugs which meet very exact requirements.

Anything which is not made to the same dimensions as required for plugs may cause permanent damage.

No socket covers which meet the correct dimensions are available!

Socket covers introduce...

This review is from: 10 x BRITWEAR® Child Baby Main Plug Socket Plastic Safety Cover (Baby Product)

Pack of 10 child safety plug socket covers, 17 April 2012

Useful quantity for an average home. Packets of less also useful for odd sockets that have been overlooked.No frills or gimmicks, just what we needed for the new grandson in time for his crawling adventures!

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