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Needlestick and Sharps Injuries - Canadian Centre for Occupational ...
Sharps are any objects that can cut the skin, such as needles, scalpels, or glass. Learn about the hazards, causes, and prevention of needlestick and sharps injuries that can transmit infectious diseases.
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First Aid - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
First aid providers must have a minimum of six hours of practice per year. Ensure first aid kits are equipped as outlined in CSA standard CSA Z1220-17,"First aid kits for the workplace". Ensure first aid kits are located at or near the area they are to service, are accessible during all work hours, and are maintained, clean, dry and serviceable.
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First Aid - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
First Aid - Using an Epinephrine Auto-injector Disclaimer Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy, currency and completeness of the information, CCOHS does not guarantee, warrant, represent or undertake that the information provided is correct, accurate or current.
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CCOHS: First Aid - Using an Epinephrine Auto-injector
Learn what an epinephrine auto-injector is, when and how to use it for anaphylaxis, and what workplaces should do to prevent and respond to allergic reactions. This web page does not answer the query directly, but provides relevant information on epinephrine use.
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Methyl Ethyl Ketone - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
Methyl ethyl ketone (MEK) is a flammable liquid and vapour that can cause eye and respiratory irritation, drowsiness and narcotic effects. It is used as a solvent and chemical intermediate. Learn about its health effects, first aid, fire hazards and more.
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CCOHS: Carbon Dioxide
Learn about the properties, uses, hazards and first aid of carbon dioxide, a colourless and odourless gas that can displace oxygen and cause suffocation. Find out the symptoms, exposure limits and emergency measures for carbon dioxide poisoning.
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CCOHS: First Aid - General
If an employer opts to offer additional first aid measures (including over-the-counter medications, administration of oxygen, use of epinephrine auto-injectors, naloxone, etc.), it is suggested that they first seek legal counsel so that they are aware of any liability issues, and to check with your local jurisdiction responsible for health and safety. For example, in some jurisdictions ...
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hydrochloride) First Aid - Administering Naloxone (naloxone First Aid
First Aid - Administering Naloxone (naloxone hydrochloride) CCOHS. Please also see the OSH Answers on . Opioids (including Fentanyl) - Precautions for first. responders for more information as contact with opioid drugs can be a concern. If you are not sure, do not touch or handle any product. When administering naloxone:
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First Aid for Chemical Exposures Chemicals and Materials
Learn how to respond to skin or eye contact with a chemical, including flushing time, oxygen administration, and antidotes. This web page does not provide specific information on accidental contact with chemicals and eyewash station.
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First Aid for Chemical Exposures - Canadian Centre for Occupational ...
"First Aid Guidelines" are available from the American Heart Association and the American Red Cross. They state that it"can be beneficial to rinse eyes exposed to toxic chemicals immediately and with a copious amount of tap water for at least 15 minutes or until advanced medical care arrives.
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