First Aid for Missouri Electrical Shock Injuries
Tragically, a Missouri sprint car racer was killed in an accident in Warsaw, Missouri. According to a www.ktul.com report, the racer was electrocuted in his shop while he was preparing his trailer for racing.
An average of 400 Americans die of electrical shock injuries each year caused by consumer products alone. What should you do if someone needs help due to an electrical shock injury? According to the Mayo Clinic, you should immediately call 911 if an individual has been shocked and is experiencing heart problems, respiratory failure, burns, seizures, numbness and tingling, burns, or muscle pains and contractions.
While waiting for the medical personnel to arrive, first check to see if the person is still in contact with the source of electricity before touching him or her. If possible, turn off the source of electricity. If high voltage lines are the source of the injury, stay at least 20 feet away until the power is turned off. Then check for signs of consciousness. If the person is not conscious and not breathing, begin CPR. In addition, you should try to keep the torso elevated higher than the head, and elevate the legs. You should not move a person with electrical shock injuries unless the person is in immediate danger.
Have you or someone you know been injured by electrical shock as the result of someone else’s negligence or as the result of a defective product? If so, you should consult an experienced Missouri injury attorney. At Page Law, our attorneys are knowledgeable about all aspects of personal injury law and will strive to obtain the compensation you deserve. Call us today for a free consultation at 314-322-8515.
