6.1 Injuries

Exposure to chemical and physical hazards can result in:

Burns
Corrosive injuries
Eye injuries
Poisoning through skin contact, inhalation, or ingestion.

Heat burn

Burns are categorized into three classes based on their severity, illustrated below:

First-degree burn:
Affects the top layer of the skin.
The primary symptom of a firstdegree
burn is red, non-blistered skin.

Second-degree burn:
Affects both the epidermis (top layer of skin)
and the dermis (layer beneath the skin).
Symptoms include pain, redness, swelling,
and the formation of blisters.

Third-degree burn:
Goes through the dermis (the deeper layer of skin)
and affects underlying tissues.
Results in white or blackened, charred
skin that may be numb, and severe pain.

In case of first or second-degree burn:

Rinse the burned area with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
If necessary, seek medical advice.
Cover the burn with a sterile, non-adhesive bandage or a clean cloth.
Do not remove any clothing covering the burn.

In case of third-degree burn:

Do not rinse with water.
Seek medical assistance or call the emergency number 112 for an ambulance.
Prevent shock.
Do not remove any clothing that is covering the burn.
If possible, cover the burned area with a clean, dry piece of fabric.

Always seek medical advice for a burn if:

The burn involves the face, hands, feet, genitals, or joints.
It is caused by chemicals or electricity.
The burn is larger than your hand.
It is a second or third-degree burn.

Emergency shower and eyewash station

Start the emergency shower by pulling the yellow handle marked with an arrow. There are two handles available. One is positioned at a higher level for those who are standing, and another is located closer to the floor.