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Electrocution
The engine's electrical 12 V or 24 V electrical system does not involve
the risk of electrocution, however, in the event of a short-circuit caused,
for example, by a metal tool, there is a risk of burning due to overheating
of the object through which the electrical current runs. In these
circumstances:
1. Remove the object that caused the short-circuit, using means that
provide sufficient heat insulation.
2. Switch off the power at the main switch, if there is one.
Injuries and fractures
The vast number of possible circumstances and the specific nature of
operations required means that the intervention of a medical team is
necessary.
1. In the event of bleeding, keep the edges of the wound pressed
together until help arrives.
2. If there is any suspicion of a fracture, do not move the injured part
and only move the patient if absolutely necessary.
Caustic burns
Caustic skin burns are caused by contact with extremely acid or alkaline
substances.
For electric maintenance technicians these are typically caused by acid
from batteries; in these circumstances, proceed as follows:
1. Remove any clothing soaked in the caustic substance.
2. Wash the area with lots of running water, avoiding parts that have
not been burned.
If either battery acid, lubricants or diesel come into contact with the
eyes: wash the eyes with water for at least 20 minutes, keeping the
eyelids open so that the water flows over the eyeball (move the eye in
all directions to wash more thoroughly).
