Electric heaters, electric rugs, electric cookers, irons and much more. If not handled properly, electric stoves can lead to a catastrophic, life-changing event. A moment of inattention can have serious consequences, such as boiling yourself at 100 degrees Celsius. But all of this CAN be avoided by following a specific set of safety guidelines. Most important “If you don’t cook, stay away. Pots used on electric stoves should always have the handle facing sideways to avoid banging. You should be very careful with these pans, they can cause serious injury. And remember, electrical safety always leads to fire.