Hazard Alert - Security Cables

An incident occurred when a non insulated security cable (made from uncoated thin stainless steel) that was attached to a computer fell between the adaptor and general power outlet (GPO) causing a electrical short. There was residual circuit device (RCD) on the circuit but this did not activate due to the active to neutral short.  Although the student using the GPO at the time was not hurt they were shaken by the incident.Please ensure electrically insulated cables only are used and that all security cables are situated well away from electrical connections.  

Damaged GPO

Another damaged GPO from a similar incident