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3-First Aid for Exposure to Ozone
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What should I do if someone becomes ill from breathing ozone?
What do I do if someone gets ozone on their skin?
What do I do if someone gets ozone in their eyes?
What do I do if someone swallows ozone?
Is there anything else I need to know about first aid?
What should I do if someone becomes ill from breathing ozone? Take proper precautions to ensure your own safety before attempting rescue (e.g. wear appropriate protective equipment, use the buddy system). Remove source of contamination or move victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, oxygen may be beneficial if administered by a trained person, preferably on a doctor's advice. DO NOT allow the victim to move about unnecessarily. Symptoms of pulmonary edema can be delayed up to 48 hours after exposure. Immediately transport victim to an emergency care facility. What do I do if someone gets ozone on their skin? If symptoms develop, remove source of contact or have victim move to fresh air. What do I do if someone gets ozone in their eyes? If symptoms develop, remove source of contact or have victim move to fresh air. What do I do if someone swallows ozone? Ingestion is not an applicable route of exposure for gases or liquefied gases. Is there anything else I need to know about first aid? Provide general supportive measures (comfort, warmth, rest). Consult a doctor and/or the nearest Poison Control Centre for all exposures. Some recommendations in the above sections may be considered medical acts in some jurisdictions. These recommendations should be reviewed with a doctor and appropriate delegation of authority obtained, as required. All first aid procedures should be periodically reviewed by a doctor familiar with the material and its conditions of use in the workplace.
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Document last updated on January 15, 1998
Copyright ©1997-2008 Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety
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