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3-First Aid for Exposure to Benzene
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What should I do if someone becomes ill from breathing benzene?
What do I do if someone gets benzene on their skin?
What do I do if someone gets benzene in their eyes?
What do I do if someone swallows benzene?
Is there anything else I need to know about first aid?
What should I do if someone becomes ill from breathing benzene? This product is flammable. Take proper precautions (e.g. remove any sources of ignition). Take proper precautions to ensure your own safety before attempting rescue; e.g., wear appropriate protective equipment. Remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, trained personnel should begin artificial respiration or, if the heart has stopped, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately. Obtain medical attention immediately. What do I do if someone gets benzene on their skin? Avoid direct contact. Wear chemical protective clothing, if necessary. As quickly as possible, flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for at least 20 minutes or until chemical is removed. Under running water, remove contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods (e.g., watchbands, belts). Obtain medical attention immediately. Discard contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods (e.g., watchbands and belts). What do I do if someone gets benzene in their eyes? Avoid direct contact. Wear chemical resistant gloves, if necessary. Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 20 minutes, or until the chemical is removed while holding the eyelid(s) open. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the non-affected eye. Obtain medical attention immediately. What do I do if someone swallows benzene? 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 to dilute material in stomach. If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward to reduce risk of aspiration. Repeat administration of water. 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 physician familiar with the material and its conditions of use in the workplace.
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Document last updated on June 18, 1999
Copyright ©1997-2008 Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety
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