Electrical Rescue & Emergency Response

Talking Points

1. 1 Do not touch the casualty if they are still in contact with electricity — you could also become a victim
2. 2 Step 1: isolate the power — switch off at the source, unplug, or cut the cable with insulated tools at least 2m from the casualty (use a dry wooden broom handle or PVC pipe)
3. 3 Step 2: call 000 immediately
4. 4 Step 3: if unconscious and not breathing — start CPR. Do not stop until professional help arrives
5. 5 Burns: cool with water for 20 minutes, do not apply butter or ice — cover with clean non-stick dressing
6. 6 All workers must know the location of the nearest electrical isolation point and emergency contact numbers
7. 7 Emergency response plan must be on site — review it if you have not seen it recently

Control Measures

• Electrical emergency response plan posted in switchboard area and break room
• First aid trained personnel on site at all times
• Resuscitation poster displayed near switchboard
• Insulated rescue hooks / dry wooden poles kept near high-risk electrical panels
• Emergency drill conducted within first week of each project phase