Chemical on skin

●Urgent

Call 112

⚠️ Check: Is the area safe for you to approach?

Toxic substance still present
Vomiting and aspiration risk

Quick summary

Strip clothes. Rinse skin 15 minutes with water. Call 112 if bad burn or large spill.

Do This Now

Step 1: Remove contaminated clothing and jewelry quickly
Step 2: Rinse skin with running water for at least 15 minutes
Step 3: Call 112 or Poison Control if burn, large area, or unknown chemical
Step 4: Brush dry powder off before wetting if powder chemical — then rinse
Step 5: Protect yourself with gloves if available

Do Not

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT apply creams, oils, or vinegar before thorough water rinse.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT ignore small splashes of strong alkalis — they penetrate deeply.

How to Call for Help

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call 112 if large area, face involvement, or worsening burn.

When Professional Care Is Needed

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Facial, genital, or large-area chemical burns need emergency care.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Identify what was taken, call Poison Control and emergency services, and follow their instructions. Do not guess treatments.

Call 112

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