- Untidy, ageing and worn-out electrical wiring arising from lack of maintenance and repair.
- Electrical wiring with conductive part exposed.
- Unused or abandoned wiring not removed.
- Electrical installation not effectively earthed because of ageing or lack of maintenance and repair.
- Illegal additions to or alterations of electrical installations leading to overload.
- Lack of identification labels and warning notices.
- Switchrooms being used as storerooms.
- Access to switches or distribution boards being obstructed.
3.8 Defects Commonly Found in Electrical Installations