Wary! "Deadly bath" incidents are frequent, and the safe use of water heaters is urgent
"Bang!" A loud bang broke the silence of the night. This is no ordinary sound, but a prelude to a "deadly bath" tragedy. In recent years, safety accidents caused by water heaters have occurred frequently, which not only brings huge losses to people's lives and property, but also arouses widespread concern about the safe use of water heaters. So, should the water heater be powered off when it is in use? Who should I go to for compensation after an electric shock? Today, we're going to dive into these questions.
Event replay: Why do tragedies happen so often?
In an ordinary family in Hunan, Mr. Zhang came home from work as usual, ready to take a shower and relax. However, when he turned on the shower switch and was ready to enjoy the tranquility of the moment, the unexpected happened. The water heater suddenly leaked, and the powerful current instantly knocked down Mr. Zhang, and when his family found out, he was unconscious. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Mr. Zhang unfortunately passed away.
Such tragedies are not unique. In recent years, there have been frequent incidents of "life-killing baths", and many families have fallen into endless grief as a result. Why, then, do these tragedies happen so often?
Expert analysis: the safe use of water heaters is crucial
In response to these tragedies, experts say that the safe use of water heaters is of paramount importance. First of all, let's be clear: whether the water heater needs to be powered off when in use depends on the type of water heater and the environment in which it is used. For electric water heaters, because they work by heating the water through an electric heating element, they do not need to be powered off when in use. However, in order to ensure safety, we need to pay attention to the following:
Choose a regular brand: When buying a water heater, be sure to choose a regular brand and channel to ensure product quality and safety performance.
Regular inspection: When using the water heater, it is necessary to regularly check whether the wires, plugs and other parts of the water heater are in good condition, and replace them in time if damaged.
Installation specifications: The installation of the water heater must meet the requirements of the specification and cannot be changed or disassembled at will.
Environment: The water heater should be placed in a ventilated and dry place to avoid humid and high temperature environments.
For gas water heaters, since their working principle is to heat water by burning gas, the following points need to be paid attention to when using it:
Good ventilation: When using a gas water heater, make sure the restroom is well ventilated to avoid poisoning or fire caused by gas leaks.
Regular inspection: Regularly check whether the pipes, valves and other components of the gas water heater are in good condition, and repair them in time if there is any leakage.
Safe use: When using gas water heaters, follow the safe use specifications to avoid dangers caused by improper operation.
Legal interpretation: Attribution of liability for electric shock accidents
So, if an electric shock accident occurs while using a water heater, who should be liable for compensation? According to the relevant provisions of the Civil Code, the determination of liability for personal injury caused by electric shock is mainly based on the following principles:
Liability for damages shall be borne by the infringer: If the electric shock accident is caused by the quality problem of the water heater itself or improper installation, etc., then the liability for compensation shall be borne by the water heater manufacturer or installer.
The liability for damages shall be borne by the power facility operator: If the electric shock accident is caused by the power facility, such as aging or damaged wires, then the liability for compensation shall be borne by the power facility operator.
If the infringed party is at fault, the infringer's liability can be reduced or exempted: if the occurrence of the electric shock accident is related to the fault of the infringed party, such as the infringed party continues to use the water heater knowing that there are potential safety hazards, then the infringer's liability for compensation can be reduced or exempted.
In practice, if an electric shock accident occurs, the victim or his family should report the case to the relevant departments in a timely manner and keep the relevant evidence. At the same time, they can entrust a lawyer to provide legal advice and protect their rights to protect their legitimate rights and interests.
Conclusion: Safety is no trivial matter, and prevention needs to come first
The frequent occurrence of "deadly bath" incidents has sounded the alarm bell for us: the safe use of water heaters cannot be delayed. As consumers, we must improve safety awareness, purchase regular brands, regularly inspect, and standardize use; As a manufacturer and installer, we must strictly control the quality and ensure the safety and performance of the product; As an operator of power facilities, it is necessary to strengthen the maintenance and management of facilities to ensure the safety and stability of power supply. Only when the whole society makes concerted efforts and forms a joint force can we effectively curb the occurrence of the "life-killing bath" incident and ensure the safety of the people's lives and property.