Burns January 31 2012 Chemical Burns If the chemical is a powder brush it away Remove contaminated clothing If eyes are affected flush with cold water Cover burn with sterile gauze or a clean cloth ID: 621995
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University Chemical Hygiene Plan 2010 p. 51-54
Burns
January
31,
2012Slide2
Chemical Burns
If the chemical is a powder, brush it away
Remove contaminated clothing
If eyes are affected, flush with cold water
Cover burn with sterile gauze or a clean cloth
Do not break blistersSlide3
Do not touch the person until the current has been stopped
Stop the current by unplugging the appliance from the outlet
If electricity source cannot be turned off, move the source away from the person using an insulating object
Check the person for breathing and circulatio
n
Call campus police
Electrical BurnsSlide4
Warm th
e area slowly using tepid water
Wrap the area in sterile dry
guaze
Do not break blisters
Seek medical attention
Cold BurnsSlide5
Burning Chemicals on Clothing
Extinguish burning clothing
by using an emergency shower
Remove contaminated clothing, but avoid damage to the burned area
Remove heat with cool water until the tissue around the burn feels normal to the touch
Cover the injured person to prevent shock
Seek medical attention immediately