First Aid (Shock)

The initial actions taken by a person who happens to be in the vicinity of someone who has received an electric shock will mean the difference between life and death for the victim. This is the reason we all should have a basic idea of what actions to take if we are there. This first aid action needs to be quick, and positive but the most important thing is to try to remain calm. Walthamstow Plumbers are trained to deal with all emergencies. If someone has been shocked after coming into contact with a bare live electrical cable:

Do not touch any part of the victim as you could receive a shock too.
Isolate the power as soon as you can and try and separate the victim from the source of the shock.
Use something like a broom handle or drag them away from the source with their clothes.
Check for vital signs, if none are detected, you need to start resuscitation.

The victim’s breathing will probably have stopped, so pinch the nose and with the head tilted back place the mouth over the victims and blow into the mouth, watching the chest rise and fall for 10 or 12 times. The emergency services need to be called also ASAP. Loud verbal shouting should be started to attract attention if a phone cant be reached. Continue until the victim starts to breathe unaided or the paramedics arrive on the scene. A Walthamstow Plumber is trained in first aid procedures. If the victim begins to breathe on their own, then, lay them on their side (not on their back), with their head sideways and arm extended and the head just touching it, make sure that their breathing is unhindered. Try and ensure that the victim is kept warm and reassured. Don’t let them sit up until the emergency response team arrives. Watch the victim for any adverse signs like vomiting and if they are sick make sure that they are not able to choke.