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Electrical Shock Drowning a silent killer on lakes and waterways Anyone who is around boats and the water, especially at marinas where electric power is present, should understand ESD. By Susan West Frankfort, KY - If you plan to visit the Kentucky Sport, Boat & Recreation Show at Rupp Arena, Heritage Hall and Lexington Convention Center Feb. 8 - 10, 2019, make sure to drop by the Department of Housing, Buildings, and Construction's (HBC) table and view brief educational seminars on the topic of Electrical Shock Drowning (ESD). HBC is partnering with Kentucky State Parks and Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife to make boaters aware of the dangers of ESD, which results in numerous severe injuries and deaths every year. ESD occurs when faulty wiring sends an electric current into the water, which passes through the body and causes paralysis, ultimately resulting in drowning. The Electrical Shock Drowning Prevention Association reports (based on random sampling of shore power cords in several freshwater marinas in the U.S.) that approximately 13 percent of the boats tested were leaking potentially lethal amount of electrical (AC) current into the water. "Kentucky is fortunate to have so many recreation destinations, such as Dale Hollow Lake, Kentucky Lake, and Lake Cumberland," said Acting Secretary K. Gail Russell of the Public Protection Cabinet, which oversees the HBC. "We want to get this very important message to all boaters and water enthusiasts on how to stay safe while enjoying the many lakes and streams in our state." "Electrical shock drowning is a very real concern around the many marinas located throughout our state," said Maj. Shane Carrier, assistant director of Law Enforcement for Kentucky Fish and Wildlife. "Kentucky Conservation Officers caution boaters and swimmers each summer about the potential dangers associated with swimming near marinas where electricity is present." "There were 48 fatalities associated with recreational activities on Kentucky waters last year. Whether it be ESD, wearing a personal flotation device, not swimming beyond one's capabilities, or one of many other topics, utilizing each opportunity to increase awareness about safe use of our waterways can certainly save lives." Expert speakers will be presenting 15-minute seminars on Saturday and Sunday on the main stage. On Saturday at 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. (ET), Alan Manche from Schneider Electric will present "Dock, Dock, Goose - Electrical Safety for You & Your Kids on Residential Docks." Mike Shannon from Bluegrass Safety Services will present a seminar entitled "Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI): The Electrical Life Guard" at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. (ET) on Sunday. Access to the Kentucky Sport, Boat & Recreations show will be available only through the High Street entrance doors. Seminars will be held on the main stage on Saturday and Sunday. The main stage will be located just beyond the ticket booths from the High Street entrance doors. The Electrical Shock Drowning educational booth will be located on the lower level in Heritage Hall, across from the Fishing Simulator's room. This story was posted on 2019-02-07 08:16:19
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