What are some safety tips to remember when wiring a double outlet?

If you are going to attempt to wire a double outlet in your home, there are some safety tips to keep in mind.

• Turn off the electricity in your house by going to the breaker box and throwing the main breaker into the "Off" position.
• Using a voltage tester or a lamp, plug it in and turn it on to confirm that the power is off.
• In outlets, the black wire is the 'live' wire that carries the electricity.
• Be sure the gauge wire is correct for the type of wiring you are doing.
• Be sure the outlet you are installing is the proper rating for the type of electricity it will carry.