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4 December, 13:52

What determines the damage caused to the human body by an electric shock

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  1. 4 December, 14:12
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    These are the main factors:

    • the amount of current flowing through the body

    • the path of the current through the body

    • the length of time the body is in the circuit

    • the voltage of the current

    • the presence of moisture in the environment

    • the phase of the heart cycle when the shock occurs

    • the general health of the person prior to the shock

    • how quickly the person is treated.
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