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3-First Aid for Exposure to Aluminum Powder
What should I do if someone becomes ill from breathing aluminum powder (uncoated)?
What do I do if someone gets aluminum powder (uncoated) on their skin?
What do I do if someone gets aluminum powder (uncoated) in their eyes?
What do I do if someone swallows aluminum powder (uncoated)?
Is there anything else I need to know about first aid?
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What should I do if someone becomes ill from breathing aluminum powder (uncoated)?

If symptoms are experienced, remove source of contamination or have victim move to fresh air. Obtain medical advice immediately.

What do I do if someone gets aluminum powder (uncoated) on their skin?

No health effects expected. If irritation does occur, gently brush away excess chemical quickly.

What do I do if someone gets aluminum powder (uncoated) in their eyes?

Do not allow victim to rub eye(s). Let the eye(s) water naturally for a few minutes. Have victim look right and left, and then up and down. If particle/dust does not dislodge, flush with lukewarm, gently flowing water for 5 minutes or until particle/dust is removed, while holding the eyelid(s) open. If irritation persists, obtain medical attention. DO NOT attempt to manually remove anything stuck to the eye(s).

What do I do if someone swallows aluminum powder (uncoated)?

If irritation or discomfort occur, obtain medical advice immediately.

Is there anything else I need to know about first aid?

Consult a doctor and/or the nearest Poison Control Centre for severe exposures. All first aid procedures should be periodically reviewed by a doctor familiar with the material and its conditions of use in the workplace.

Document last updated on December 23, 1997

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