But there again, maybe the
dearth of electric shock mishaps has simply been due to effectiveness of (preventive) maintenance
regimes and the diligence of electrical safety testing!
Indeed and the stringent requirements placed on the design of medical equipment (Medical Device Directive, IEC 60601-1 etc.).
These taken with the use of the isolated mains supplies for socket-outlets in theatres and the use of RCD protection for all other socket-outlets, as required by the wiring regulations, means the chances of being electrocuted when using medical electrical equipment are minimal.
