When we receive an electrical shock what is actually happening?
A person receives an electric shock when a current passes through their body. This happens when
they come into contact with live metal or live conductors, which will cause the current to flow through
their body.
they come into contact with live metal or live conductors, which will cause the current to flow through
their body.
The human body doesn't like these currents. Therefore, it is a shock and the body will suffer injuries
including burns or damage to internal organs. These injuries can be serious and can even be fatal,
but understanding how to avoid them will help keep you safe.
including burns or damage to internal organs. These injuries can be serious and can even be fatal,
but understanding how to avoid them will help keep you safe.
And if it is more then series it can cause death
What should we do if someone is electrocuted near us?
If someone has been electrocuted and is in pain do not go an approach them to help them they can
be a danger because the electricity is shooting thru the body if you were to touch them it can travel
on to you and then by putting yourself in danger ther will be no one to help you or your friend no
matter how much you may love the person DO NOT TOUCH THEM this is not a time to be a hero
be a danger because the electricity is shooting thru the body if you were to touch them it can travel
on to you and then by putting yourself in danger ther will be no one to help you or your friend no
matter how much you may love the person DO NOT TOUCH THEM this is not a time to be a hero
What is used to create electricity?
Geothermal energy uses hot water or steam from deep beneath the earth's surface to produce
electricity. Hydroelectric power is generated using the energy created by falling water to spin the
generator turbines of hydroelectric power plants and make electricity. Solar energy can also be used
to produce electricity
electricity. Hydroelectric power is generated using the energy created by falling water to spin the
generator turbines of hydroelectric power plants and make electricity. Solar energy can also be used
to produce electricity
Explain the process of how electricity is created and then sent to our homes.
Here's how electricity gets to your house:Electricity is made at a generating station by huge generators.
Generating stations can use wind, coal, natural gas, or water. The current is sent through transformers
to increase the voltage to push the power long distances
Generating stations can use wind, coal, natural gas, or water. The current is sent through transformers
to increase the voltage to push the power long distances
Why are substations important?
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The purpose of a substation is to 'step down' high voltage electricity from the transmission system to
lower voltage electricity so it can be easily supplied to homes and businesses through our distribution
lines
lower voltage electricity so it can be easily supplied to homes and businesses through our distribution
lines
Why is it important to follow these instructions?
Tell an adult to turn off the main power to the house (you can also ask an adult to show you where the
main switch for power is in your home so you know in advance).
main switch for power is in your home so you know in advance).
Call 111 for help; tell them it is an electrical accident.
When the person is not in contact with the source of electricity and you're sure there is no danger, ask
an adult to give first aid for electrical injury. This may include CPR if they are not breathing.
an adult to give first aid for electrical injury. This may include CPR if they are not breathing.
Don't touch burns, break blisters or remove burned clothing; wait for the ambulance.
These are the instructions told by the website safety do as told in this side washon don't try to do it
yourself once again don't be the hero you are more likely to be the hero if you do as told and save
someone's life
yourself once again don't be the hero you are more likely to be the hero if you do as told and save
someone's life
