What are the most common nonfatal injuries associated with electrical shock?

Burns are indeed the most common nonfatal injuries associated with electrical shock. When an individual experiences electrical shock, the electricity can pass through the body and generate heat, leading to thermal burns. These burns can occur at the entry and exit points where the electrical current enters and leaves the body, as well as along the path it travels. The severity of these burns can vary based on several factors, including the voltage of the shock, the duration of exposure, and the body's resistance at the time.

In the context of electrical injuries, burns can manifest as superficial burns on the skin's surface or more severe burns that penetrate deeper tissues, potentially causing significant injury. Understanding this risk is essential in electrical safety training, as it highlights the need for protective measures when working with or around electrical systems. Other injuries, while possible, are generally not as common or as directly associated with electrical shock as burns are.