Inhalation of Smoke,
Vapors and Fumes

• Anyone overcome with smoke or chemical vapors or fumes should be removed to uncontaminated air and treated for shock.
• Do not enter the area if you expect that a life threatening condition still exists - oxygen depletion, explosive vapors or highly toxic gases (cyanide gas, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide)
• If victim is unconscious, get medical attention promptly by calling 911 from any campus phone.

Burning Chemicals on Clothing

• Extinguish burning clothing by using the drop-and-roll technique, wrapping victim in a fire blanket, dousing victim with cold water (use an emergency shower if it is immediately available).
• Remove contaminated clothing; however, avoid further damage to the burned area. If possible, send clothing with victim.
• Remove heat with cool water or ice packs until tissue around burn feels normal to the touch.
• Cover injured person to prevent shock.
• Get medical attention promptly promptly by calling 911 from any campus phone.