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Electrical injury

Shock

Electrical shock

• Use child safety plugs in all outlets.
• Keep electrical cords out of children's reach.
• Teach your children about the dangers of electricity.
• Avoid electrical hazards at home and at work. Always follow manufacturer's safety instructions when using electrical appliances.
• Parents of small children should put safety guards on all electrical outlets, and keep children away from electrical devices.
• Avoid using electrical appliances while showering or wet.
• Never touch electrical appliances while touching faucets or cold water pipes.

Review Date: 11/04/2005
Reviewed By: William D. Whetstone, M.D., Associate Clinical Professor, Division of Emergency Medicine, University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.