- Do not touch the victim until the circuit has been turned off. Unplug the appliance from the outlet or turn off the power at the fuse box or circuit breaker first.
- If you're sure the circuit has been turned off, administer first aid (CPR or mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if you are certified).
- If the victim is unconscious or not breathing, call 911. Make sure to tell the dispatcher it is an electrical accident.
- Always seek medical help for an electrical contact accident.
- Electricity burns from the inside out, so some injuries might not be visible; the heart also can be affected several hours after the contact.
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