an electrical , circuit breaker protected , extension cord in - line tap , securement device for securing tandemly connected electrical extension cords . the securement device includes opposing proximal and distal open - ended hook members each having a hinged locking flap for receiving therein a looped end of the associated extension cord thereby preventing unintended separation of the extension cords . the hook members may comprise a back wall having a plurality of vertical ribs along at least a portion of the back wall . the vertical ribs may be configured to grippingly secure the extension cords . embodiments of the in - line tap may also include a plurality of circuit breaker protected auxiliary electrical outlets on opposing sides for powering additional extension cords or electrical devices .