When in need of an extension cord in the office or at home, it's imperative to know that just because a particular cord is long enough, it's not necessarily the right one for the job. Many erroneously ...

Male-to-male extension cords, sometimes called suicide or widowmaker cords, are dangerous extension cords that can kill or injure you. People sometimes use them during a power outage to feed ...

Here's the thing about electrical work in your home. The temptation to save a few hundred bucks can be powerful, especially when online tutorials make everything look ridiculously simple. Problem is, ...

Extension cords provide a convenient method of bringing temporary AC power to a device that is not located near a power outlet. If not used properly, extension cords can lead to electrical shock ...

Electricity is an essential part of our lives. However, it has the potential to cause great harm. Electrical systems function almost indefinitely, if properly installed and not overloaded or ...

Identifying GFCI use with extension cords is one of the best and easiest steps when inspecting a job site for safety. Any construction work site is full of potentially dangerous situations. OSHA ...

Extension cords are fine for small devices, but certain appliances can be dangerous to use with them, particularly in cold weather.

Corin Cesaric is a Flex Editor at CNET. She received her bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Missouri-Columbia. Before joining CNET, she covered crime at People Magazine and ...

Extension cords offer convenience but pose risks when misused with high-wattage appliances. Experts warn against plugging air fryers, microwaves, space heaters, refrigerators, and air conditioners ...