Can you hit with wood? 2 seconds detail in electric shock

While the news of deaths due to electric shocks coming from various cities in Turkey in recent days has caused concern, what to do regarding first aid has once again become a hot topic. Although many people think that it is necessary to intervene with a board to those who are electrocuted, experts;a draws attention to the fact that the electric current must be cut off without delay. Occupational Health and Safety Specialist Dr. ÖIn his statement following the increasing number of electric shocks, Lecturer Nuri Bingöl listed the following warnings: “First of all, grounding and cables being free of breaks or cracks are very important. The electrical installation should also be checked periodically, at least once a year. It is also vital that fuses are of appropriate amperage and that residual current relays are used.”

Following the incident in Izmir, the area was examined and it was determined that the cables were outside, although they should have been 60 cm inside.

60 CENTIMETER DEPTH

Speaking about the recent incident in Izmir, where two people lost their lives after being electrocuted while walking in the water, Bingöl said, “Here, too, the tests and inspections of the distribution companies and the cables laid during this distribution come to the fore. These cables must be at least 60 centimeters deep from the ground. AIn addition, residual current relays are very effective technological devices in saving lives. The devices are manufactured to save human life by interrupting the circuit in as little as one tenth of a second in the event of a leakage of more than 30 milliamps. Therefore, it has a very effective protection feature,” he said.

DO NOT HIT THE HEAD

Bingöl pointed out that in the event of an electric shock, if a person is not treated within two seconds, the probability of survival decreases. “In order to cut off contact with electric current, cable contact must be cut immediately with an insulated material. “We will not hit the head of a person who is electrocuted with a piece of wood. Since wood does not conduct electricity, it can also be used to cut off contact with the current: However, what really needs to be done is to cut off the source of electricity if it is easy and quick to reach,” he said.

Can you hit someone with a board? 2 seconds detail in electric shock - Picture : 2 — Bingöl said, “Ultimately, when the current is cut off, someone needs to help or at least call for medical help to keep the person who is caught in the current alive. Electric shock results in cardiac arrest or arrhythmia, which is called fibrillation. Defibrillation is also needed to keep the person who has had an accident alive or to bring him back. If such a device is available, it should be used; if not, heart massage should not be performed.”

PARKS SHOULD BE CHECKED

Occupational Health and Safety Lecturer Mustafa Cüneyt Gezen also emphasizes that playgrounds should be checked frequently by staff. Gezen stated that there should never be a high voltage electric pole in a park and said, “Voltage can damage the skin as it passes through the body, cause serious internal injuries to the tissues and muscles, and even death. Arcing or flashing can be defined as dangerous situations related to the release of electrical energy.”

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