• What should I do if someone becomes ill from breathing gasoline?
• What do I do if someone gets gasoline on their skin?
• What do I do if someone gets gasoline in their eyes?
• What do I do if someone swallows gasoline?
• Is there anything else I need to know about first aid?

What should I do if someone becomes ill from breathing gasoline?

This product is flammable. Take proper precautions (e.g. remove any source of ignition). Take proper precautions to ensure your own safety before attempting rescue; (e.g., wear appropriate protective equipment, use the "buddy" system). Remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, trained personnel should begin artificial respiration (AR), or, if the heart has stopped, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately. Immediately transport victim to an emergency care facility.

What do I do if someone gets gasoline on their skin?

Avoid direct contact. Wear chemical protective clothing if necessary. Quickly and gently blot or brush away excess chemical quickly. Wash gently and thoroughly with water and non-abrasive soap for 5 minutes or until the chemical is removed. Under running water, remove contaminated clothing, shoes, and leather goods (e.g., watchbands, belts). If irritation persists, repeat flushing. Obtain medical advice immediately. Completely decontaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods before re-use or discard.

What do I do if someone gets gasoline in their eyes?

Avoid direct contact. Wear chemical protective clothing if necessary. Quickly and gently blot away chemical. Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5 minutes or until the chemical is removed, while holding the eyelid(s) open. Obtain medical advice immediately.

What do I do if someone swallows gasoline?

Never give anything by mouth if victim is rapidly losing consciousness, or is unconscious or convulsing. Have victim rinse mouth thoroughly with water. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Have victim drink 240 to 300 mL (8 to 10 oz) of water. If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward to reduce risk of aspiration. Repeat administration of water. If breathing has stopped, trained personnel should begin artificial respiration (AR) or, if the heart has stopped, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediate. Quickly transport victim to an emergency care facility.

Is there anything else I need to know about first aid?

Provide general supportive measures (comfort, warmth, rest). Consult a physician and/or the nearest Poison Control Centre for all exposures except minor instances of inhalation or skin contact. All first aid procedures should be periodically reviewed by a doctor familiar with the material and its conditions of use in the workplace.

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Document last updated on June 18, 1999

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