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Electrical Emergency Services in Sydney
29 Apr, 2024
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How to Respond to an Electrical Emergency: Steps, Tips, and Precautions


Responding to an emergency of any kind from electricity requires immediate actions with a cool head for protection and lesser damage. Black outs, electrical fire, and shock are some of the emergencies that can happen. However; There are things that can be done to save your life and property in such events. 
Here is a guide to different types of electrical emergencies…

How to Identify Electrical Faults

  • Signs of Faulty Wiring – In general – flickering of light, heating from the outlet and buzzing sound come as the major signs of faultiness in electrical wiring.
  • Electrical Shocks – Getting an electric shock by something from the wiring or appliances is a pretty good indication of an electrical hazard.
  • Power Lines Downed – Regardless of the type of power line that has been brought down, always treat it as live and potentially lethal. Keep away from the line and report it to emergency services.

What To Do During Electrical Emergencies:

  • Do not touch a person who has been electrocuted. Why? Touching the person might cause you to receive a shock. First thing you should do is call the emergency services, and only then, if necessary, use a non-conductive object to remove the person from the source of electricity.
  • Power Outages: Turn off your main power supply at the circuit breaker if there’s power outage in your area to save your appliances and get ready for power restoration.
  • Electrical Fires: If you encounter an electrical fire, it would be appropriate to make use of Class C-type extinguishers (carbon dioxide or dry chemical) in putting it off. Do not, under whichever circumstances, consider using water to put out an electrical fire. Always cut power if at all possible. Should the fire escalate, remove yourself from the area and call the fire brigade.

Preventing Electrical Emergencies:

  • Regular Inspections: You should schedule a licensed electrician to come and check on your electrical systems annually to ensure they are up to standard.
  • Get to know your Electrical Panel: You need to know where the fuse box or circuit breaker panel is and how it’s operated. This will come in handy during switching off of the power in cases of emergencies.
  • Safe Appliance Use: Avoid overloading power outlets. Position all electrical appliances at a safe distance. Disconnect all faulty appliances and consult a technician immediately.

After an Emergency

  • Professional Check: After you’ve dealt with some emergency, call in an electrician to check your home’s electrical system. Get them to fix the underlying problem from which it posed a future risk.
  • Review and Teach: Review your home’s electrical safety practices. Make sure all members in the family know how to act in future emergencies, including fire extinguisher and main power switch procedures.

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