iskukosketus
Iskukosketus is a term used in Finnish to describe exposure to an electric shock resulting from contact with live electrical parts or equipment. It encompasses direct contact with energized conductors as well as indirect contact through faulty insulation or conductive surfaces. The concept is central in occupational safety and electrical engineering, where it is treated as a hazard that can cause injury or death if not properly managed.
The mechanisms of iskukosketus include direct contact with live parts, indirect contact through conductive paths, and
Effects range from minor burns to severe internal injuries, cardiac arrest, respiratory failure, and unconsciousness. Even
Prevention focuses on electrical safety practices: isolation and de-energization of circuits, lockout-tagout procedures, proper guarding, insulation,
First aid for suspected iskukosketus includes ensuring the area is de-energized before approaching the casualty, calling