Stand well back and encourage any bystanders to keep a distance of more than 8-10 metres.Įven if the lines or wires are broken or not moving, they may still be live. If you arrive on the scene of an accident where the powerlines have come down, do not approach until it has been declared safe by the proper authorities. It is important to stay inside the vehicle so you will be safe from electric shock. If this happens, your tyres act as insulation. Sometimes, powerlines are downed in vehicle accidents and may drape over your vehicle. Do not go near anything that may be touching them such as vehicles, water or metal fences or other metal objects. Standing near fallen powerlines can be dangerous. extreme weather conditions such as floods and bushfires.Powerlines can come down for many reasons: Only move them if there is a chance of further danger from the environment, such as falling objects. Try not to move anyone who has fallen from a height as they may have spinal injuries.Never put ointments or oils onto burns.
Do not apply cling wrap tightly or wrap around a body part, as this will cause complications if the injured area swells. If you don’t have dressings available, loosely applied cling wrap can be used. Cover burns with dressings that won’t stick to the skin.Cool the burn area with cool running water for 20 minutes.If the person is breathing steadily and they are responsive, attend to their injuries: If you can, put your phone on loudspeaker. They may give you first aid instructions over the phone. The operator will organise assistance for you while you continue talking on the phone. Send for help – Call triple zero (000) for an ambulance.It may be necessary to start cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Follow the DRSABCD method for first aid which includes checking the injured person’s response, airway and breathing.Use something that is dry and does not conduct electricity (such as a wooden broom handle) If you cannot switch off the power supply, try to remove the person without touching them directly.You may need to wait for authorised electricity personnel to do this especially if there are live wires. If you are in a building or the power lines have come down, it may be safer to disconnect the whole electricity supply.Be careful in wet environments, such as bathrooms, as water conducts electricity. Do not touch the person until you are sure power is turned off. Try to switch off or disconnect the power supply.Check for danger – make sure you, the injured person and others around you are safe.A medical examination is important after any electric shock. Some injuries and complications may not be obvious initially. burns, particularly at the place where the electricity entered and left the body (entrance and exit burns)Īlthough someone who has had an electric shock may appear unharmed, they should still receive medical attention.a weak, erratic pulse or no pulse at all.difficulties in breathing or no breathing at all.Typical symptoms of an electric shock include: If it is safe to do so, disconnect the power supply before trying to help someone with electric shock. incorrect, damaged or deteriorated household wiring.electrical appliances in contact with water.damaged or frayed cords or extension leads.It is important to seek medical attention for mild electric shock to assess whether the heart has been affected. electrical interference or damage (or both) to the heart, which could cause the heart to stop or beat erratically.People sometimes call it electrocution.ĭepending on the length and severity the electric shock, injuries can include: If any part of your body meets live electricity an electric current flows through the tissues, which causes an electric shock.
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