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    Electric shock drowning, or ESD, occurs when a person comes into contact with an electrical current while in water and can lead to complete muscle failure and drowning. Faulty wiring, frayed cords, and devices not approved for marine use on boats and docks are common sources of stray voltage that can cause ESD. Boat owners should have electrical systems inspected annually, install Equipment Leakage Circuit Interrupters, use proper power cords, avoid entering the water near marinas, and disconnect power when not onboard to help prevent ESD. If someone is possibly shocked, throw a flotation device, call for help without entering the water yourself, and disconnect power sources.

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    Electric shock drowning, or ESD, occurs when a person comes into contact with an electrical current while in water and can lead to complete muscle failure and drowning. Faulty wiring, frayed cords, and devices not approved for marine use on boats and docks are common sources of stray voltage that can cause ESD. Boat owners should have electrical systems inspected annually, install Equipment Leakage Circuit Interrupters, use proper power cords, avoid entering the water near marinas, and disconnect power when not onboard to help prevent ESD. If someone is possibly shocked, throw a flotation device, call for help without entering the water yourself, and disconnect power sources.

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    Electric shock drowning, or ESD, occurs when a person comes into contact with an electrical current while in water and can lead to complete muscle failure and drowning. Faulty wiring, frayed cords, and devices not approved for marine use on boats and docks are common sources of stray voltage that can cause ESD. Boat owners should have electrical systems inspected annually, install Equipment Leakage Circuit Interrupters, use proper power cords, avoid entering the water near marinas, and disconnect power when not onboard to help prevent ESD. If someone is possibly shocked, throw a flotation device, call for help without entering the water yourself, and disconnect power sources.

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    Electric shock drowning, or ESD, occurs when a person comes into contact with an electrical current while in water and can lead to complete muscle failure and drowning. Faulty wiring, frayed cords, and devices not approved for marine use on boats and docks are common sources of stray voltage that can cause ESD. Boat owners should have electrical systems inspected annually, install Equipment Leakage Circuit Interrupters, use proper power cords, avoid entering the water near marinas, and disconnect power when not onboard to help prevent ESD. If someone is possibly shocked, throw a flotation device, call for help without entering the water yourself, and disconnect power sources.

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    Hidden danger Boat inspections can help

    in the water • Have a qualified marine electrician:



    1) Install an Equipment Leakage Circuit
    Interrupter (ELCI) on your boat or use a
    Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) in
    the shore power cord.

    2) Perform an annual inspection of your


    boat’s electrical system.
    • Test GFCI and ELCI protection as
    recommended by the manufacturer.

    Electric Shock Drowning • Use power cords that are in good condition
    and properly rated. Do not use common
    (ESD) can be deadly. household extension cords.

    ESD is the result of a person coming into


    contact with an electrical current in the Ways to prevent ESD?
    water.
    • Do not enter water within 100 yards of a
    Electrical currents can cause complete marina or dock.
    loss of muscle control, the inability to • Turn off the shore power connection and/or
    move and lead to drowning. disconnect power cord from pedestal.
    • If you feel a tingling sensation, get out of the
    Electrical current leaks can be from water and report it to staff.
    either boats or docks. Faulty wiring, • Notify the harbormaster of any electrical
    frayed cords and devices not approved safety hazards so they can be fixed.
    as shore or marine rated are often the
    source of stray voltage. • Pets are also impacted by ESD. Do not allow
    your pet to enter the water.

    ESD can occur in any If you think someone has


    location where electricity been shocked:
    is near fresh water. • Throw in a life ring or other floatation device.
    • Never enter the water. You could become a
    victim too!
    • Turn off the shore power connection and
    michigan.gov/boating disconnect power cord from pedestal.
    • Call for help. Use 911 or VHF Channel 16 (as
    appropriate).

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