Avoid electrical faults

To stay safe and avoid electrical faults in your accommodation, you must not: 

• use frayed or damaged leads, plugs or casing, where wiring is exposed 
• use electrical appliances that do not have a fuse 
• leave electrical equipment on when you are not using it, especially when you are out of your room 
• put metal into a toaster or microwave when it is plugged in 
• hang wet clothes over electrical appliances, such as a heater 
• use a vacuum cleaner to clean up anything wet. 

Your electrical equipment

You can bring electrical equipment into your accommodation that is: 

• British Standard approved (look for the BSI kitemark)
• correctly wired
• suitable for the UK's electricity supply (220-224 volts). 

You are responsible for its safety. We also have a legal right to inspect your electrical equipment. If we believe it is dangerous, it will be removed. 

All electrical equipment should be PAT tested to ensure it is safe to use. To arrange a free PAT test, contact residences-facilities@bristol.ac.uk. 

Do not use electrical equipment in the bathroom, unless it is designed for that purpose. 

Air fryer safety 

You can bring air fryers into your halls. They must:

• only be used in kitchens with heat detectors and fire doors 
• have a UKCA or CE rating
• be from a reputable supplier (avoid second-hand models) 
• be cleaned regularly to avoid a buildup of grease. 

Extension cables

If you have an extension cable, you must: 

• only use one lead per socket
• never load it with more than 13 amps
• position cables carefully to avoid tripping hazards. 

What you cannot keep in your room

These electrical items are not allowed in your room: 

• heaters 
• fridges (if you need one for medical reasons, we will provide you with a suitable model)
• multi-socket adaptors. 

These items will be removed from your room and put into storage. 

Find a full list of what you can bring to your accommodation.