2013 QMG Eyewash Stations

EYEWASH LOCATIONS

• 1118 Hampshire 3rd floor OB/GYN workroom• 1025 Maine 4th floor Urology one behind the

Reception Desk and one across from Dr. Dooley’s office

• Cancer Center Pharmacy

Note: Sinks may also be used to flush non-hazardous and non-corrosive materials from the eye.

PROCEDURE FOR USE

• Always wear safety glasses or goggles when mixing or using any corrosive or hazardous material.

Read the label for any new products you use. Note: Although not hazardous or corrosive, when using MetriZyme

always wear protective eyewear.

• In the event of an exposure, Do Not Panic! Call out for co-workers to assist you.

• Go to the eyewash station or sink to rinse both eyes with copious amounts of water for minimum of 15 minutes.

• With fingers, keep eyelids open and roll eyeballs so flushing fluid will flow on all surfaces.

PROCEDURE, CONT.

• Continue to rinse eyes for 15 minutes then have co-workers escort you to ACC.

• The ACC physician will determine whether you need further follow up.

• Notify your supervisor and Human Resources regarding incident after treatment.

MAINTENANCE OF EYE WASH STATIONS

• Eye wash stations should be flushed weekly for 3 minutes.

• Eye wash logs are posted at each station and must be kept for 3 years.

VIDEO ON USE OF EYE WASH

• Click the link below to view a 2 minute demonstrational video.

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2O95MzSr1rE