what to do in case of electric shock
All shocks or tingles which occur to people when they come in contact with electrically charged items in the home, while at work or play, should be reported to your local electrical supplier immediately. If you do feel a shock or tingle, don't attempt to touch the affected article until advised to do so. Your local electricity supplier will investigate the cause of the shock.
In case of serious electric shock where the injured person is unable to be freed from the electrical contact, act immediately as follows:
- Turn the power off at the main switchboard.
- If this cannot be done, don't attempt to pull the person free from the electrified point with your bare hands.
- Break the injured person’s electrical contact by using a non-metallic material, such as timber, plastic or rubber, for example a timber broom handle.
- Once electrical contact is broken drag the person clear.
- Call for help immediately by calling 000 and tell emergency services of the situation.