USCG USCG Safety Eng
Set 7 • Question #204 of 254
Launch Interactive Practice Room You have found a person laying prone and not breathing. An electric wire is touching the victim. Which of the actions listed is the FIRST thing you should do?
A
Shut off the power or remove the wire from the person.
✓ Correct Answer
B
Immediately begin artificial respiration.
C
Immediately begin cardiac massage.
D
Leave the accident scene and summon medical assistance.
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
Under MARPOL, SOLAS, and USCG Marine Engineering Safety regulations, regarding 'You have found a person laying prone and not breathing. An electric wire is touching the victim. Which of the actions listed is the FIRST thing you should do', the mandated standard is: 'Shut off the power or remove the wire from the person.'.
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