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Why are people scared of fuses? Many people think that fuses are unsafe, but this couldn't be further from the truth. A properly installed fuse is just as safe as a circuit breaker, but there are many ...

Two workers looking at outdoor breaker box on brick wall - Fstop123/Getty Images The image of a breaker box in your mind probably looks like a small metal box tucked away in a corner of your home.