Electrocution

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First aid:

  • Isolate/turn off the power supply without touching the person
  • Use a dry, non-conducting object to remove the source of electricity from the injured person.  
    Attention! Beware of water and metal surfaces!
  • Seek medical help 112/166 and if it's safe, then approach
  • Cool burns if safe to do so, with cool running water for at least 20 minutes
  • If the person is unresponsive and not breathing normally > CPR
  • In case of high-voltage do not attempt to approach the injured person or the wire, keep at least 10m from the person or wires and Immediately notify emergency services

 

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