Chemical First Aid and Decontamination

Chemical First Aid and Decontamination First Aid And Decontamination Procedures For Chemical Workers What Is Decontamination…? Decontamination is the process of removal of hazardous material such as radioactive remains, germs etc. from an object or from a specified location/area in-order to establish a safe and health conscious environment to work and live. CLICK HERE TO VIEW IMAGE Share this image on your site by copying the codes below pa href=https://www.360training.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/First-Aid-And-Decontamination-Procedures-For-Chemical-Workers.pngimg src=https://www.360training.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/First-Aid-And-Decontamination-Procedures-For-Chemical-Workers.png width=auto border=0 //a/p Decontamination is the process of removal of hazardous material such as radioactive remains, germs etc. Click To Tweet THINGS TO CONSIDER Assessment of the scale of contamination. Determining the required equipment that is needed. Implementing the appropriate measure/s of decontamination. HAZWOPER Training   offers detailed guide and information regarding decontamination processes and the first aid steps that may be required. PHYSICAL DECONTAMINATION: Washing or wiping off using either gravity or pressurized flow. Evaporation/vaporization. Scrubbing/scraping. Removing the contaminated objects/elements. INACTIVATION: Chemical detoxification via oxidation/reduction processes. By use of irradiation Sterilization through dry heat and vapor. CHEMICAL DECONTAMINATION Dissolving contaminants by using a compatible solvents such as alcohol, ether, halogenated solvents etc. Detergents, which are a common element in daily house-hold. Solidifying of fluid or gel like contamination. FIRST AID GUIDE A comprehensive guide via  HAZWOPER 24 online. SKIN/EYE CONTACT: Wash the affected area with clean running water for at least 10 minutes thoroughly. Remove contaminated clothing. In case of an injury, cover it with clean piece of cloth to protect it from getting infected. INGESTION: Do not vomit. Wash out the mouth with water. Drink 500ml of water to dilute the effect. Seek medical help. INHALATION: Move the affected person to a safe location. Perform CPR Seek medical help. SOURCE: https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/hazardouswaste/training/decon.html