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5G. First Aid
5G. i General Information
1. DO NOT PANIC. If exposure to gaseous ozone causes head-
aches or shortness of breath, immediately remove the work-
er to a fresh-air environment.
2. Ensure there is no more danger to yourself or the worker.
3. Workers who have been exposed to low concentrations of
ozone should be given oxygen to breathe while under the
observation of trained personnel.
4. If exposure is severe, send for medical assistance immedi-
ately.
5G. ii Inhalation
1. Assess the worker’s breathing.
2. All unconscious workers must be placed in the drainage po-
sition (on their sides); so that fluids can drain from the air-
ways once breathing has been restored.
3. Check pulse.
4. If breathing has ceased, start artificial respiration (rescue
breathing is the most effective method) until breathing has
been restored.
5. Send for medical assistance immediately.
6. If absent, begin cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
5G. iii Eye Contact
1. Effective irrigation should start immediately. Eyes should be
irritated for 30 minutes by the clock with running tap water
or preferably normal saline.
2. Effective irrigation must be continued while en route to the
hospital.
SECTION 5 OVERVIEW AND SAFETY PROCEDURES
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