Serious injuries should be taken directly to the Cooley Dickinson Hospital. Injured persons should be accompanied to the health care facility. If a chemical was involved in the accident, the name of the chemical and any other information about the hazards should be given to the health care provider. Clean-up or control any hazardous condition that caused or was caused by the accident if it can be done safely. In the event of eye contamination take the following action.
Medical attention is required for all cases of eye contamination.
In the event of skin or clothing contamination take the following action. Remove all contaminated clothing. If the head has been contaminated flush well prior to removing safety goggles so that contaminants are not flushed into the eyes, Call Security for assistance at ext. In cases of visible tissue damage, contamination of a large area, or contamination with an acutely toxic substance, medical attention is required. In other cases, call the Health Service at ext.