Chemical Splash in the Eye - First Aid and Emergency Treatment Guide

Overview

When a toxic chemical is splashed into the eye(s), it could cause serious complications that may lead to blindness.

Causes

• Working with chemicals in factories
• Handling car battery
• Working in research laboratories
• Handling household chemicals

Symptoms

• Irritation in eye
• Eye Burns
• Watering of the eye

Treatment

• Lay the person on the floor
• Keep eye lids open forcibly
• Use clean cold water to wash eyes gently
• Keep washing steadily for at least 20 minutes
• Rinse/wash hands thoroughly to remove chemical
• If wearing contact lens remove them
• Do not rub eyes
• Do not use eye drops until told
• Wear sunglasses to minimize irritation
• After these basic steps seek medical help
• Remember the name of chemical to tell doctor

Prevention

• If working with chemicals, wear protective face-mask
• Wear eye goggles whenever required
• Do not be careless with chemicals
• Store household chemicals safely
• Keep chemicals out of reach of children