Safety Socket Covers for Offices and Critical Equipment

In many workplaces, sockets are located in shared or accessible areas. Cleaning staff, contractors or general foot traffic can all increase the risk of plugs being knocked, unplugged or tampered with.

For certain equipment, even a brief loss of power can cause downtime, system errors or data loss. Safety socket covers reduce this risk by physically restricting access to the plug while still allowing normal operation when required.

They are commonly used in offices, server rooms, schools, healthcare settings and commercial environments where reliability and continuity matter.

Server systems and network equipment are particularly vulnerable to accidental disconnection. Once installed, these systems are designed to remain powered continuously, often with little need for regular interaction.

Safety socket covers are an effective way to protect server power supplies and prevent avoidable shutdowns. They are especially useful in shared spaces where multiple people may have access but are not responsible for IT systems.

Used alongside sensible PAT testing and inspection practices, socket covers add an extra layer of protection for critical infrastructure.

Our standard safety socket covers fit neatly over UK single and double sockets. They are hinged and secured using simple side latches, allowing access when needed without the use of keys.

These are ideal where protection is required but regular authorised access is still needed.

For higher-risk applications, lockable socket covers are also available. These are often used for servers, medical equipment or appliances where access should be restricted to authorised personnel only.

Lockable versions cost slightly more due to the additional hardware, and sensible key management is required.

Safety socket covers are quick and straightforward to install. They fit over existing wall sockets and do not require removal of the socket faceplate or contact with live wiring.

Installation causes minimal disruption and can often be carried out alongside other electrical safety work, such as PAT testing. Once fitted, the socket remains usable while being protected from accidental interference.

Socket covers are commonly installed to protect:

• Server and IT equipment
• Computers and network devices
• Medical and laboratory appliances
• Refrigeration units and control systems
• Sockets in shared or public-facing areas
• Areas where children or vulnerable users may be present

Not every socket needs a cover, but in the right locations they can significantly reduce avoidable risk.

A Safety Socket Cover partially slid into place (it wouldn’t look like this when complete) →

Safety socket covers are not a replacement for electrical testing, but they work well alongside PAT testing and risk assessments. By reducing the likelihood of accidental disconnection, they help support a proactive approach to electrical safety.

They also demonstrate sensible risk management, particularly in environments where continuity of power is essential.

If you’d like to protect critical equipment or reduce the risk of accidental power loss in your workplace, we can advise on whether safety socket covers are suitable and provide a clear quotation.

We regularly install socket covers in offices and commercial premises across the North East, either as a standalone service or alongside PAT testing.