In America, our plugs are just one piece. They plug in, they unplug.
But I’ve seen that Brits have to open up the plugs, mess with stuff, screw it back together, and then use it.
Why aren’t British plugs one piece like American ones?
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The UK power grid is one of the oldest in the world and was built before the use of fuse/breaker panels were standardized.
While fuse panels are mandatory in the UK now, in order to ensure safety with older electrical setups UK plugs have built-in fuses which is why they are so large and you can open them up.
While this started as a workaround to a problem it has the benefit that UK plugs are the safest in concept because of the extra protection.
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