Question Category: Incidents, accidents and emergencies


At the scene of a crash, a casualty is in contact with live electrical cables. What should you use to break the electrical connection?


Explanation

"At the scene of an incident, if there are any casualties who are in contact with live electricity, don't touch them with your hands - even if you're wearing gloves. You should use a dry, non-conducting item, such as a wooden sweeping brush or plastic spade. You mustn't give first aid until you're sure the electrical contact has been broken, otherwise you'll be putting yourself in danger."