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Electric Shock Action

The term known as ‘Electric Shock’, is a condition that manifests itself when there is a sudden and unpredictable flow of electricity into and through a human body.
This type of shock is normally caused by the following: Inadvertent contact with badly insulated electrical cables or a piece of electrical equipment that has become live and is not earthed correctly, using electrical equipment in water, or even by a lightning strike. The levels severity of the effects of an electric shock is mostly dependant on the amount of current that passes through the body and the time that this contact lasts. Slight contact, will mostly cause a harmless shock that produces a jar or startled sensation like pins and needles.

The more severe electrical shocks can produce sustained contractions in the muscles of the body, which become spasms, paralysis, unconsciousness, or even the death of the person. Richmond Plumbers are professionally trained individuals. A shock that leads to a fatality is termed an electrocution. There is likely to be skin burning at the point at which the current enters and leaves the body. There is an immediate action that should be taken if you suspect someone has been shocked. Firstly call the emergency sevvices. If you are with the victim, do not touch them as the electricity will affect you also. The main thing to do is to seperate the electrical supply and if they are still in contact, with an insulated object. Do not touch the victim. As a last resort pull the victim away from the hazard with loose clothing. A Richmond Plumber is trained in electric shock treatment. If the victim’s breathing has stopped, lay them on their back, pinch their nose and tilt the head back whilst holding the neck, place your mouth over the victims and blow hard. As you blow you should observe the chest rise and fall. Repeat this action every 5-6 seconds and for approximately 10-12 times. If they begin to breathe unaided, then, place them on their side, with their head sideways and resting on their outstretched arm, with legs bent, keep their airway clear. Keep them warm. Never sit the victim upright, just keep them still and reassure them until the ambulances arrival.