Socket extension from extension?

[bodgerb]

Is there a reason why we can't run an extension block from an existing extension block? Is it okay if I do this for a short period of time with nothing else connected? I need to get power to the far end of my garage for some lights (temporary).

I mean like this:

Socket ---------> Extension Block ----------> Extension Block----------> Lights

 

[JohnKay]

Hi bodgerb
sorry, but need to know precisely what you intend to do, and what you mean by 'extension block'
Also, are you in the UK or USA as regulations/codes are very different ?

 

[bodgerb]

Hello John, sorry I didnt explain this very well. I have attached a photo of the extension block to this post. I'm not very diy minded!

I only ask because I was told never to plug an extension in to another extension socket, so I thought I would check this out while I posted on the forum for something else.

 

[JohnKay]

Hi
Whilst this is not the best practice, You will be protected by the 13 amp plug fuse, so OK for temporary use.

 

[bodgerb]

Thank you John!