Electrical Emergencies
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Electrical Emergencies
Emergencies involving electrical current require special care. If you are not careful, you could be a victim too. Because the human body is a good conductor of electricity, a person who has received an electrical shock may still have current flowing through their body. Before attempting to treat an electrical burn remember:
- Don’t touch a victim who is in contact with live current.
- Shut off electricity at its source. Call Campus Safety to coordinate cutting off the main power to your area.
If you must remove a person from a live current:
- Stand on something dry and use a stick or board to separate the victim from the source of electricity. Do not use anything metal or anything that is wet.
Once a victim is free from electrical source:
- Call for emergency medical care immediately.
- Ensure the victim has an airway and is breathing. Treat for shock until emergency medical care arrives.