BSCHONSP&O1. Flashcards
What should be done if dust or particles enter an eye?
Eye bath may be used prior to decision for hospital treatment
If eye lenses are being worn then the contact lens should be left in situ and the eye irrigated at the eye bath following the normal procedure, The contact lens should then be removed as soon as possible
Before re-using the lens, the wearer must seek advice from an opthalmic optician and have the lens replaced as necessary
Prevention is clearly the best option and safety googles/visor must be worn at all times when there is danger of contamination to the eyes
Ensure that goggles/visors are stored in a manner that does not allow particles to collect in them
What is the procedure for summoning first aid assistance?
State name department and telephone extension from which you are calling
Give your location and brief details of the casualties injuries
If you consider the injuries are sufficiently serious to warrant hospital treatment, inform Security Control that and ambulance is required
Remain with the casualty until the arrival of the first aider who will take charge of the situation
Describe the procedure for hospital attendance
An injured person should always be accompanied to hospital by a member of staff. If the injured person is not detained at the hospital, the person accompanying should remain while treatment is given and then, if necessary arrange transport for the injured person and if necessary accompany him/her home
After treatment if casualty obtain and fill in an Accident or Dangerous Occurrence Report Form (S1) and pass it immediately to the Departmental Safety Convener or a member of the Departmental Safety Committee
