Overview: When a toxic chemical is splashed into the eye(s), it could cause serious complications that may lead to blindness.
>>Causes
Working with chemicals in factories
Handling car battery
Working in research laboratories
Handling household chemicals
>>Symptoms
Irritation in eye
Eye Burns
Watering of the eye
>>Treatment
Lay the person on the floor
Keep eye lids open forcibly
Use clean cold water to wash eyes gently
Keep washing steadily for at least 20 minutes
Rinse/wash hands thoroughly to remove chemical
If wearing contact lens remove them
Do not rub eyes
Do not use eye drops until told
Wear sunglasses to minimize irritation
After these basic steps seek medical help
Remember the name of chemical to tell doctor
>> Prevention
If working with chemicals, wear protective face-mask
Wear eye goggles whenever required
Do not be careless with chemicals
Store household chemicals safely
Keep chemicals out of reach of children
