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18.07.2022
Companies must ensure the safety of the employees in order to prevent injuries or health problems. For this reason, all members of the company need to be continuosly trained and, in addition, familiarized with the appropriate handle in case of an injured person.
Accidents happen in the work process. Due to the nature of the work, injuries are more common to accure with physical workers and in production. In any case, accidents at work have a negative impact on the workflow itself and also hinder it. Every injury is unpleasant for the worker but most of all damage to the eyes and the head in general. If we do not act fast enough, even the slightst damage to the eye can lead to permanent damage, possibly even loss of vision. Especially because of the safety of workplace, it is necessary to have a first aid at your reach. Because we only have a pair of eyes, we must pay special attention to them and take proper action in case of accidents.
At the workplace, eyes can come into contact with different substances and particles, so in such cases it is necessary to proceed properly and take preventive to prepare for cases when removal of various foreign substances or acids from the eye will be necessary.
In case of an accident with foreign particle in the eye, it is hughly recommended to use eye washes. The eye wash contains 0,9 %, sterile sodium chloride, which is similar to that of the human eye. The solution prevents entry of germs and bacteria, which could lead to frequent infections.
In case of immediate rinsing of the eye, we prevent the foreign particle from adhering to the eye, thereby preventing serious forms of injuries. This is particularly important in case of mechanical damage to the eye, where time is one of the key factors.
Eye washes are available in various versions. For production companies it is definiteljy recommended to have the eye washes in bigger bottles (500 ml), as there is a greater risk of accidents of a larger number of employees. For individuals smaller bottles (200 ml) are better suited, as the employees can put the bottle in a practical handbag and have it at hand at any time, which allows them easy and quick access to first aid in case of injuries.
In case of minor incidents, the ampoules, intended for this purpose, can also be used. They contain 20 ml 0.9 % sterile sodium chloride and offer a handy and quick relief if dust or dirt comes into contact with an eye. They are also suitable in situations where the atmosphere is too dry for the eyes.
In case of damage, where various acids and alkali can come in contact with the eyes, it is recommended to use pH-neutral washers, which neutralize acids and alkali. The pH Neutral eye wash contains sterile 4,9 % phosphate solution.
When acids or alkali come into contact with the eye, ulcers occur immediately after an accident, so the eyes should be flushed as quickly as possible to achieve the neutralization of the eye fluid.
It is important that the eye was bottles are at the workplace on a visible and accessible place. They should also be adapted to quick use, efficient and safe. It is recommended to store the eye wash bottles in special eye wash stations.
The eye wash station usually contains two bottles and does not require maintenance. It is fixed on a suitable place, can be opened with one hand and the cover locks in the open position. On the inside of the cover is often a mirror for easy and immediate use of the eye wash bottle. The bottles are protected against dust and dirt. There are standard stations containing two bottles of 500 ml sterile 0,9 % sodium chloride, which is similar to that of the human eye. The solution prevents entry of germs and bacteria, which could lead to frequent infections.
In addition to the standard station, that contain two identical bottles, you can pick a station with two different bottles of eye wash. Such stations usually contain an eye wash bottle with 500 ml sterile 0,9 % sodium chloride, which is similar to that of the human eye, and 200 ml pH Neutral eye wash with sterile 4,9 % phosphate solution. The combination of both eye washes satisfies the requirements on most workplaces. The bottles are protected against dirt and sut and are ready for immediate use.