The passage of electrical current through the body can cause cardiac arrest, burning, and shock.
Many injuries result from faulty switches, frayed cables or defects in electrical appliances.
Whatever the cause of an electrical accident, never touch the casualty with bare hands unless you are sure there is no danger to yourself. Remove the casualty from contact with electrical source, using non-conductive articles such as a dry brush handle, dry rope or piece of clothing. Call for help. If the casualty is breathing, but unconscious, place him in the recovery position . Treat any burns.