Eyes - First Aid Poster - Safety Signs by Caledonia Signs

Displaying an Eyes First Aid Poster is crucial for workplaces where eye injuries are a potential risk, such as construction sites, laboratories, manufacturing plants, or any environment involving chemicals, dust, or flying debris. The poster provides clear, step-by-step instructions on how to respond quickly and effectively to eye injuries, helping to minimise damage and prevent long-term vision problems.

Having this information prominently displayed ensures that employees and first responders know exactly what to do in an emergency, such as flushing the eye with clean water, seeking medical help promptly, and avoiding actions that could worsen the injury. This immediate guidance can be vital in reducing pain and preventing complications.

Additionally, the Eyes First Aid Poster supports compliance with health and safety regulations by demonstrating the organisation's commitment to employee wellbeing and preparedness for workplace hazards.

In summary, displaying an Eyes First Aid Poster improves emergency response, protects workers’ vision, and promotes a safer working environment through clear and accessible first aid information.

This poster includes a QR code which can be scanned using a smart phone or tablet, once scanned a video will be played to give further knowledge and clear first aid advice.

This poster states:

FOREIGN BODY IN EYE: Symptoms - Blurred vision, Discomfort, Watering and redness of eye.
Treatment - No rubbing of the eye, Gently part the eyelids and examine the eye, Use eyewash to flush out foreign body, If the foreign body does not move or is embedded into the eye, ask casualty to hold sterile dressing over eye to help reduce eye movement. Sent / take the casualty to hospital.

CHEMICAL BURN TO THE EYE: Symptoms - Pain and Discomfort, Blurred Vision, Eyelid Swelling.
Treatment - Flush the eye with eyewash or clean water for at least 15minutes. Apply an eye pad or sterile dressing over both eyes to reduce movement. Send / take the casualty to hospital. If necessary continue to flush the eye.

BLOW TO THE EYE: Redness around the eye, Pain and Discomfort.
Treatment - Gently apply a cold pack to the eye. Seek medical advice / treatment if there is reduced vision, bruising or pain.

WOUNDED EYE: A visible wound, Leakage of fluid or blood, Bloodshot appearance, Intense pain and discomfort.
DO NOT - Flush eye with eyewash / water. Attempt to remove anything embedded in the eye
Treatment - Lay the person flat on their back. Tell the casualty to keep their eyes still to prevent further damage. Apply an eye pad or sterile dressing over both eyes to reduce movement. Sent / take the causality to hospital

This information is for guidance only and should not be used as a substitute for recognised first aid courses.

In an Emergency contact [ SPACE FOR FIRST AIDERS NAME ]

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