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- Call 911 or emergency medical service.
- Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, take precautions to protect themselves and avoid contamination.
- Move victim to fresh air if it can be done safely.
- Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
- If victim is not breathing:
- DO NOT perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation; the victim may have ingested or inhaled the substance.
- If equipped and pulse detected, wash face and mouth, then give artificial respiration using a proper respiratory medical device (bag-valve mask, pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other device).
- If no pulse detected or no respiratory medical device available, provide continuous compressions. Conduct a pulse check every two minutes or monitor for any signs of spontaneous respirations.
- Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes.
- For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin.
- In case of contact with substance, remove immediately by flushing skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes.
- For severe burns, immediate medical attention is required.
- Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact) to substance may be delayed.
- Keep victim calm and warm.
- Keep victim under observation.
- For further assistance, contact your local Poison Control Center.
- Note: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) should be done by trained professionals.
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