Electrical Hazards and Electricity-induced injuries

Factors that Determine the Degree of Electricity-induced Injury

The degree of electricity-induced injury is dependent on:

  • The amount of electrical energy that is delivered
  • The resistance that is encountered
  • The type of current
  • The current pathway
  • The duration of contact

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