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If the area of the burn is large, after it has been doused with cool water, apply clean wraps about the burned area (or the whole patient) to prevent systemic heat loss and hypothermia.
Pour water to quench flames Do not allow the person to run around Hold a rug , blanket , coat. lay him down and wrap tightly Do not roll the casualty this can cause burning of previously unharmed areas.
Electrical burns
If still in contact with the conductor switch off the current . Remove the plug First aider to stand on a wooden board Do not use scissors / knife Drag the casualty using a walking stick , bamboo pole , wooden plank or a dry rope.