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You could upgrade to this: https://gavshop.co.uk/quicktest-mains-connector-safe-block-wall-desk-mount-pat-testing-adaptor-4496-p.asp , much reduced risk of death.
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DOn't do this, but I have a super un-advisable three pin plug on one end of a lead with terminal blocks on the other end for testing if stuff works. Connect item's bare wires to terminal blocks, plug in, switch on, check for magic smoke, turn off, unplug and immediately remove wires of the thing from the terminal block. Lock the plug and lead away from anyone else in the house. Don't do this, but nothing has caught fire or exploded, yet. And I've been able to determine if stuff (eg, some light fittings we picked up off ebay) are working. Don't do this.