When performing an emergency rescue, always turn off the power supply if at all possible. Always presume that the First Aider is working on a live installation and use the safety rescue hook.
On systems where an emergency is occuring, there is always the risk of a back feed or a charged Power Capacitor.
Step 1
Take a close look at the location where the incident occurred. Rushing in to help someone may be your natural instinct, but if the risk of electrical shock persists, you will only end up hurting yourself. Take a time to evaluate the situation and check for any obvious threats.
- Look for the electrical shock’s source. Examine whether the victim has maintained communication with the source. It’s important to keep in mind that electricity can pass through the victim and into you.
- Even if there is a fire, never use water since water can conduct electricity.
- If the floor is damp, never enter an area where electrical equipment is used.
- Use an electrical fire extinguisher to put out the flames.
- Make an emergency call.
Step 2
Turn off the power. Turn off the electrical current if it is safe to do so. If you’re near a high-voltage wire, don’t try to save someone. The prefered method is to turn off the power at the power box, circuit breaker, or fuse box. To turn the power off with a circuit breaker box, follow these steps:
- Remove the circuit breaker from the circuit breaker box. At the top of the fuse box, look for a rectangular block with a handle.
- Like a light switch, grab the handle and flip it to the opposite side.
- To double-check if the power is off, turn on a lamp or other electrical device.
Step 3
Distinguish the supplier from the victim. If the electricity hasn’t been turned off, don’t contact the victim, even with a non-conducting equipment. Use your Safety Rescue Hook to detach the victim from the source after you’re confident there’s no current.
Step 4
In the recovery position, place the victim. The victim of an electrical shock should be placed in the recovery position to keep her airway open. To appropriately place the victim in the recovery posture, follow these steps:
- Make a perfect angle with her body with the arm closest to you.
- Place the other hand underneath her chin. The back of your hand should rest on your cheek.
- At a straight angle, bend the farthest knee.
- On the side, roll the victim. The head will be supported by the upper arm.
- Check the victim’s airway by lifting his chin.
- Maintain eye contact with the victim and keep an eye on her respiration. Do not move the victim after he or she is in the recovery position, as this could result in more injury.
Step 5
If CPR is required, provide it. Check the victim’s vital signs only after being disconnected from the electrical source. If breathing has stopped or appears to be slow, perform CPR or rescue breathing.
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What is the difference between a rescue rod and a rescue hook?
There are 6 items in this category. When checking powered equipment and responding to emergency situations in confined places, vaults, and electrical cabinets, electrical sticks and rescue hooks safeguard personnel against electrical charges.
What exactly is a rescue stick?
The Rescue StickTM is incredibly simple to use and gives immediate flotation support to someone who is at risk of drowning. Remove the baton-shaped Rescue StickTM from its waterproof bag and toss it near the individual. When it makes contact with water, it expands to a gigantic horseshoe shape in seconds, keeping the person aloft and their head above water until aid arrives. The Rescue StickTM is the most adaptable rescue flotation device available, measuring only 14″ in length and weighing 15.5 oz. It may be easily stashed in a boat, truck, backpack, or by the pool when and where you need it. When no water rescue equipment is available, the Rescue StickTM is a vital tool for police officers arriving first on the scene to offer emergency floatation. During a fast water rescue, firefighters can toss the Rescue StickTM to the victim to keep them floating while a rescue strategy is implemented. Lifeguards can toss the Rescue StickTM to someone in need to keep their heads above water until they are rescued. While manoeuvring to get a man overboard, recreational boaters can throw the Rescue StickTM to him.
What is the purpose of an electrical Rescue Hook?
The Electric Shock Rescue Hook is meant to manoeuver or rescue someone who has been electrocuted while keeping the rescuer safe. The Hook can be used to relocate an electrocuted person or the object that is causing the shock.
The hook includes a wall mount and may be hung vertically or horizontally, depending on your needs. The hook may be used on up to 45kV installations, making it suited for most businesses.
A Shock of Electricity A Rescue Hook is a must-have for any workplace where an electric shock is a possibility.
The hook includes a FREE sign with information on how to use it safely as well as a FREE pamphlet with step-by-step instructions on how to treat someone who has received an electric shock.
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How can you save someone who has been electrocuted?
If at all feasible, turn off the power source. If not, use a dry, nonconducting object made of cardboard, plastic, or wood to transfer the source away from you and the individual. If there are no symptoms of circulation, such as breathing, coughing, or movement, start CPR.
How can you save someone who has come into contact with a live wire?
Contact with electricity can occur when outlets are left uncovered, electrical wires become frayed, or cords are damaged. And it has the potential to be fatal.
How to prevent electrical shock in your home
- If you have little children, use socket guards on all of your home’s outlets.
- Examine your home’s electrical outlets and cords for any signs of wear and tear. Any that exhibit symptoms of wear should be replaced.
- Use extension cords that have been certified by a reputable agency, such as Underwriters Laboratories (they will have “UL listed” in their product description).
- Electrical cords and wires should never be draped over radiators, pipes, or other metal objects.
- Keeping electrical items away from water is a good idea (sinks, showers, bathtubs, etc.).
- When working with electrical tools near water, always utilise a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI).
What to do if someone touches a live electrical wire
- Don’t get too close to them. If you notice someone who has come into contact with electricity, stay away from them. You might also be startled.
- If at all feasible, turn off the power. Turn off power to that portion of the house if you’re close to the circuit breaker.
- Remove them from the source of the problem. If you can’t turn off the power right away, isolate the individual from the current with a non-conductor (such a rope or a wooden broom handle).
- Make a request for assistance. Call 911 for assistance after you’ve switched off the power or disconnected the person from the current.
What is the first step in rescuing someone who has come into touch with electricity?
What to Do If You Get An Electric Shock The first thing you should do is turn off the power. If the fuse box is within reach, turn off the electrical supply, unplug the machine, or turn off the fuse box. Make no attempt to touch the victim until the power supply has been shut off.
When a person is electrocuted, what is the first thing you should do?
Do not put yourself in danger if someone close to you experiences an electric shock:
- Look before you touch. You will receive an electric shock if you touch the individual who is still in contact with the electricity.
- Before approaching the person, turn off the electricity at the mains, remove fuses, turn off all powerpoints, and unhook all cords.
- If it isn’t possible, use a non-conducting object to isolate the person from the power source, such as a dry wooden broom handle.
- Take extra precautions if the victim comes into contact with water that contains electricity.
- If a power line is downed, stay at least 6 metres away from any cables. Do not attempt to remove the cable or approach any vehicle that has been touched by it. Request that the person not move.
Check to see if the person is conscious and breathing when it is safe to do so. Gently touch and converse with the individual. Start CPR if there is no response.
If you have an electrical burn, treat it the same way you would any other type of burn. Place the burnt area under running water for at least 20 minutes before covering with a sterile gauze bandage or a clean cloth, if available. Because loose fibres can stick to the burns, avoid using a blanket or towel.
Is it possible to touch a live wire without being shocked?
If you touch a live wire and are grounded at the same moment, you will get a shock. A possible shock hazard exists when a circuit, electrical component, or piece of equipment is turned on.
What should someone do if they accidentally come into contact with a live cable?
- Act to break the connection between the victim and the power supply. Turn off the source of electricity if it is safe to do so, either by shutting off the current at the mains, turning off the power at the circuit board, disconnecting the plug, or tearing the wire free.
- Alternatively, use a low conductivity object to transfer the source of the shock (hairdryer, power tool) away from yourself and the injury. To begin, stand on anything dry and insulating, such as a book, newspaper, or rubber matting. Then, using a long, low-conductivity device such as a wooden broom or a specially constructed Electric Shock Rescue Hook, lift the casualty’s limbs away from the power source.
Can you withstand coming into contact with a live electrical line?
Misconception #2: Because power wires are insulated, touching them is safe. This is a widespread misperception regarding electrical lines that many people hold. Because power lines are not insulated, you should avoid coming into contact with them at all times. People can be electrocuted if they come into contact with power lines.