Wash thoroughly immediately after exposure to Beryllium Oxide. Post hazard and warning information in the work area. In addition, as part of an ongoing education and training effort, communicate all information on the health and safety hazards of Beryllium Oxide to potentially exposed workers. This Fact Sheet is a summary source of information of all potential and most severe health hazards that may result from exposure. Duration of exposure, concentration of the substance and other factors will affect your susceptibility to any of the potential effects described below.
Death can occur in severe cases.
Seek prompt medical attention. Future exposures can cause further attacks. Symptoms may be delayed for days after exposure. Some persons later develop lung scarring after such exposures. Eye contact can cause redness and itching as well as swelling of eye lids.