| Electrocution accidents can happen in any place | | | | to be overheating, unplug it immediately. |
| where electricity is present. While major | | | | - Watch for stripped or damaged wires when |
| electrocution accidents may be more common | | | | plugging a cord in to the wall. If the wires are |
| around power lines and when using heavy | | | | exposed you are at risk of being shocked. |
| machinery, it is possible to be electrocuted in an | | | | - Do not overload one outlet with too many |
| office, a store, and even in your own home. Even | | | | appliances. If you must use a power strip, limit |
| when using seemingly safe outlets and small | | | | one per outlet and turn off appliances when not in |
| appliances, accidents can occur. | | | | use. Overloading an outlet can cause it to spark, |
| Knowing the risks associated with using electricity | | | | electrocuting somebody or starting a fire. |
| can help to prevent future accidents. Professionals | | | | If You See a Problem |
| and consumers alike should use caution around | | | | If you notice that a piece of equipment is |
| electricity at all times. | | | | damaged, do not use it. Have it repaired or |
| Avoiding Electrocution | | | | replace it. If the wires on an electrical appliance |
| Whenever you use electricity in the home or at | | | | appear damaged, try to fix them with electrical |
| work, make sure that you operate electrical | | | | tape, covering any exposed wires. In addition to |
| equipment as instructed in the owner's manual. | | | | appliances, power lines also pose a risk of electric |
| Overheating an appliance or piece of electrical | | | | shock. If you see power lines that are sagging |
| machinery is one of the main causes of | | | | close to a house or tree, or you see a fallen |
| electrocution. Other tips that can help you | | | | power line, contact your local energy company |
| minimize your risk of electric shock include: | | | | immediately. Do not attempt to move the line |
| - When using high powered equipment, be sure | | | | yourself. |
| that the equipment is properly plugged in and that | | | | For More Information |
| none of the wires are exposed. | | | | To learn more about electrocution accidents and |
| - Do not use electrical equipment around wet or | | | | injury liability, please see the website of |
| damp areas. | | | | experienced Indianapolis accident attorneys at the |
| - If an appliance begins to malfunction or seems | | | | Charles D. Hankey Law Office, P.C. here. |