What can we do when our eyes are severely burned?

In general, when the operator’s eye area is exposed to a slight splash of harmful liquids or substances, he can easily go to the eyewash station to rinse himself. Continuous rinsing for 15 minutes can effectively prevent further harm. Although the role of eyewash is not a substitute for medical treatment, it can increase the chance of successful wound healing.

However, compared with some of the more severely injured, such as severe eye burns, it is impossible to see the route at all. Or sudden chemical poisoning, unable to walk upright, difficult to reach the emergency eyewash. At this time, if the surrounding staff fail to find the wounded in time, it will delay the golden time of the wounded rescue.

Therefore, enterprises should strengthen regular inspections at hazardous worksites, install alarm systems or video surveillance systems on the site, etc. to facilitate the timely detection of serious eye burns, as well as severe poisoning and other serious accidents. Rescue and help related personnel at a faster speed. If eyewash is needed for rinsing, go to the eye washer as soon as possible.

In fact, not only eyewash equipment should be available at the scene to prevent accidental injury to the injured person’s eyes, but also gas masks, aspirators, nebulizers, oxygen respirators, first-aid medicines, etc., which can be more comprehensive with eyewash equipment, which is safe Protective equipment.


Post time: Oct-16-2020