1. PURPOSE
The purpose of the standard is intended to provide render immediate first aid in an emergency to preserve life and assist recovery.
2. SCOPE
This procedure is applicable for a casualty for any injury or sudden illness before the arrival of a qualified medical expert.
3. RESPONSIBILITY
First aid providers and laboratory staff
4. PROCEDURE
4.1 First Aid Management
4.1.1 Encourage the employees to volunteer for first aid training.
4.1.2 Arrange first aid training for the employee through approved hospital authorities or medical experts.
4.1.3 Exhibit a list of all such trained personnel indicating their normal workplace at the canteen.
4.1.4 Provide first aid kit/box stocked with essential basic items in each department. Also, stock all the essential antidotes at required places and other emergency aids.
4.1.5 Conduct monthly or as and when required checking of the items kept in the first aid box and replaces the exhausted/expired items and record the same.
4.2 Cuts and Wounds
4.2.1 Try to stop bleeding as the first step.
4.2.2 Cover the wound with clean cloth / sterile gauze and apply direct pressure.
4.2.3 Raise and support the part if the wound is on a limb and if there is no fracture.
4.2.4 Place a sterile or clean dressing and padding over the wound. Press down firmly and secure with a bandage. Tie the bandage firmly enough to control bleeding but not so tight as to cut off circulation. If bleeding continues, do not remove the dressing but apply further dressing or pads on top of the original ones and bandage firmly.
4.3 Burns injury
4.3.1 Never use iodine, cotton, Oil, or Greasy ointment.
4.3.2 Reassure the casualty. Place the injured part under slowly running cold water or immerse it in cold water for at least 15 minutes.
4.3.3 Gently remove any rings, watches, belts, shoes, or other constricting clothing from the injured area before it starts to swell.
4.3.4 Dress the area with clean, preferably sterile non-fluffy material Do not break blisters, remove any loose skin or otherwise interfere with the injured area.
4.3.5 Do not remove anything that is sticking to a burn. For Chemical burns flood the affected area with running cold water for at least 15 minutes. Gently remove the contaminated clothing while flooding the injured area. Use a body shower is available in the area for flooding the affected body parts.
4.4 Fractures
4.4.1 Don’t move the victim, particularly when injury to the neck or spine is suspected. Support affected part.
4.4.2 Support a broke bone with a splint (anything hard) pad the splint with rags, cloth, or any soft material. Tie firmly in place to keep the broken parts from moving.
4.4.3 Do not try to push protruding bones into place. Arrange to send the casualty to the hospital.
4.5 Poisoning
4.5.1 Immediately give a large amount of water to dilute the poison and call for the doctor.
4.5.2 If medical help is delayed induce vomiting unless the victim has swallowed a corrosive substance.
4.5.3 If the victim has swallowed strong acids or alkalies, give fluids (water or milk) to dilute the poison.
4.5.4 In case of gas poisoning, transfer the victim into fresh air surrounding immediately. If breathing is stopped or irregular gives artificial respiration. Call for breathing oxygen cylinder and ambulance
4.5.5 for taking the victim to the hospital.
4.6 Chemicals in Eye
4.6.1 Flush with water immediately for about 15 minutes separate eyelids and allow a large amount of water to pour over the affected eye to wash away chemicals till no evidence of chemical remains. Use an eye wash fountain or eyewash bottle to clean the eyes.
4.6.2 Cover the affected eye with a clean bandage and rush the victim to the doctor
4.7 Object in Eye
4.7.1 Foreign particles may be removed by the natural flow of tears or flow of water using an Eye wash fountain.
4.7.2 If the above fails, turn down the lower lid gently and roll the upper eyelid back for inspection. Remove visible particles with moistened corners of the cloth.
4.7.3 Do not rub or touch immovable foreign particles on the eyeball.
4.7.4 Sharp objects embedded or penetrated in the eyeball should be removed by a doctor. Cover both eyes with a light bandage and take the victim to a doctor.
4.8 Artificial Respiration
4.8.1 Don’t wait to call a doctor if a victim stops breathing. Act instantly and blow your own breath into the victim’s lungs. Let someone else summon the doctor.
4.8.2 Lay the victim on his back. Remove any foreign matter from the victim's mouth Place one hand over the victim's neck and lift tilting his head back and down Place your open mouth and pinch his nose shut. Exhale into the victim’s mouth vigorously to expand his chest. Remove your mouth to let returning air escape.
4.8.3 Start with four quick breaths, then once every five seconds. If you do not get air exchange, check your head and jaw positions. Make sure your tongue is not blocking the air passage. Try mouth-to-mouth breathing again.
4.9 FIRST AID KIT
The kit should be kept such that it is within reach in case of an emergency.
The first Aid Kit should have at least Cotton, Bandage, Ointment, Disinfectant, Burnol, Banded, and scissors. Emergency Personal Information and Phone Numbers may also be provided.
5. REFERENCES: NA
6. REVISION/CHANGE HISTORY.
7. RECORD
Checklist-first aid status
8. ATTACHMENTS: NA
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