[Spits] lightswitch come apart?

[Nick Moseley]

Jim, if it bothers you, take heart. There is light at the other end of the
rocker switch!
The switches can be dis-assembled, with a certain amount of care, prying
with flat-bladed screwdrivers, and tongue set just so at the corner of
mouth.  
The end of the rocker moves a copper tab to ride over different tabs
connected to the wires. Beware, as there is small spring in there to create
tension against the contacts. It would create a more emotional, and less
constructive tension, if one were to lose it.
Good luck!
Nick Moseley