What is the recommended treatment sequence for dermal exposure if skin is contaminated?

What is the recommended treatment sequence for dermal exposure if skin is contaminated?

• A. Scrub vigorously with a brush.
• B. Remove contaminated clothing, drench skin with water, wash thoroughly with soap and water, rinse and rewash, dry and wrap, and loosely cover chemical burns with clean cloth.
• C. Ignore until symptoms appear.
• D. Apply lotion and continue working.

Answer: (B)

When skin is contaminated, prompt removal of the chemical and thorough cleansing are the priorities. Start by removing contaminated clothing and PPE to stop ongoing exposure. Then flood the skin with plenty of clean running water to rinse away the residue. After the initial rinse, wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water to help lift and remove remaining pesticide. Rinse again and rewash to ensure as much residue is removed as possible. Dry the skin and wrap it with a clean cloth, keeping any chemical burns loosely covered to protect against infection and further irritation. Avoid scrubbing with a brush, which can irritate the skin and push chemical deeper, and don’t delay decontamination or apply lotions or continue working. Seek medical attention if irritation persists or symptoms develop.

When skin is contaminated, prompt removal of the chemical and thorough cleansing are the priorities. Start by removing contaminated clothing and PPE to stop ongoing exposure. Then flood the skin with plenty of clean running water to rinse away the residue. After the initial rinse, wash the skin thoroughly with soap and water to help lift and remove remaining pesticide. Rinse again and rewash to ensure as much residue is removed as possible. Dry the skin and wrap it with a clean cloth, keeping any chemical burns loosely covered to protect against infection and further irritation. Avoid scrubbing with a brush, which can irritate the skin and push chemical deeper, and don’t delay decontamination or apply lotions or continue working. Seek medical attention if irritation persists or symptoms develop.