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[-] [email protected] 14 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Space heater is probably the only thing that would be an issue. It’s not only a potential fire hazard, but also going to be a big power draw.

[-] [email protected] 10 points 2 years ago

Could just be a novelty light

[-] [email protected] 4 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago)

Space heaters are limited to 1500 watts, which runs on average .20/hr. If they are run constantly while the employee is present (8 hours/day, but not likely) then it would cost the employer $32/mo. Granted, a non-zero number of employers are stingy enough to make this an issue, but realistically, it's not a big deal. Also they have safety systems in place which make them not particularly hazardous. Most have thermal fuses that burn out/disconnect power at temperatures significantly below what is needed to start a fire.

[-] [email protected] 13 points 2 years ago

Space heater is never a cost issue, it's an issue because it gets plugged into a circuit with a dozen office PC's, which will now trip constantly. And some people like to aim them at their feet next to the office PC and melt the case.

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