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The inherent danger of electrical shock is
no laughing matter, as it often results in serious injury and can even be
fatal. However, there are a number of preventive safety measures you can employ
to greatly reduce the risk, read on to find out what you can do to prevent
electric shock.
The best prevention is knowledge! Take the time to learn and understand the
basics of electricity, therefore the first step in preventing a dangerous situation
is understanding the cause. In basic
terms, electricity naturally tries to flow to the earth or ground through any
material that will conduct an electrical current. Certain compounds, like wood and glass, are
not good conductors of electricity. Other
materials, like water and metal, work very well. The human body is able to conduct a current,
and an electric shock happens when the electricity flows through part of the
body. This happens most often when a
direct source of electricity is exposed to human contact. It may also flow into a person through
another conductor, like a pool of water or a metal pole.
Secondly, find out the electricity
requirements of your home and household appliances. Know the specific types of circuit breakers
or in the case of an older home fuses and their specific location. Even lightbulbs that are required in your
home should be noted so you can replace them with the appropriate replacement
parts. Remembering to replace items with
like items ensures your part in preventing accidental issues within your home.
