2006-11-15 08:49:20 · 19 answers · asked by Chicken Eater 2 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Injuries
I think it depends on the depth of dry (insulating) skin on your feet ;-)
2006-11-15 08:54:15 · answer #1 · answered by Fluffy Faye 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I wouldn't say that being electrocuted is ever "safe." Being electrocuted can be painless sometimes, but if the current is strong where your body touches, it can cause burning and stop the heart, which is part of the human electricity detection system. Being electrocuted three times, let alone once, is extremely dangerous. But luckily, if nothing has happened yet, it probably never will.
2006-11-15 18:14:26 · answer #2 · answered by tinomart99 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well no its not safe to be electrocuted 1 time a year.... if you get a shock and you walk away you are lucky... A shock doesn't have to fry you to kill you, it doesn't take many amps to disrupt the rhythm of the heart and before you know it your out for the count... I remember when i used to test batteries on my tongue (dont do it) you know the square ones only 9v max.. but was told whilst training with electronics that it could disrupt a weak heart.. i dont know the word for it but the heart doesnt beat properly and you can pass out.. and eventually die if its not rectified.
even with lightening strikes.... I watched a program that said that your heart can survive but it takes at least 45 minutes for the chemicals that make it beat to re-balance..
i definitely would be planning on 3 shocks a year.
good luck
2006-11-16 05:30:11 · answer #3 · answered by jimbob 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
3 times for adults, 2 for the elderly, 2 for teenagers and 1 for babies.
An exceedingly strong and rugged adult man can be electrocuted 6 times a year.
These are the guidelines. Don't break them!
2006-11-15 17:05:51 · answer #4 · answered by monkeymanelvis 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You can only be electrocuted once..but you can have as many electric shocks as you can tolerate until the final one electrocutes you
2006-11-15 17:09:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
i use to run a water test unit of anaconda wire & cable and on that job you could exspect to get hit about twice a day and some test were at 50,000 volts but had no amps in it, but still when you have white spots on your hands you are now regaing concousness you may be looking for a new career, if it's not safe you won't have time to know anyway
2006-11-16 18:47:47 · answer #6 · answered by bev 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on your definition of electrocuted.
If you simply mean receiving a mild shock, it's probably not going to hurt you.
If you mean heavy shocks, that's not great for you at all.
If you mean the dictionary definition of electrocution, it's impossible as electrocution means to die by electric shock.
2006-11-15 16:59:42 · answer #7 · answered by Deirdre H 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's never "safe" to be electrocuted.
2006-11-15 16:51:45 · answer #8 · answered by Dovie 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I think you mean shocked if you were electrocuted you would be dead. It all depends on the current and voltage and weather you are grounded.
2006-11-15 16:56:54 · answer #9 · answered by john b 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
ONE PARK ATTENDANT WAS ELECTROCUTED BY LIGHTNENING 44 TIMES IN FIVE YEARS...
HE LATER SHOT HIMSELF
(sorry bout caps...only just noticed!!!)
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2006-11-15 16:57:46 · answer #10 · answered by punk_fairy 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I wouldn't recommend it!
If you are thinking if making it a regular occurrence, try wearing rubber boots!
2006-11-16 04:55:02 · answer #11 · answered by Deborah H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋