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04/12/2016
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2016-052C
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8.H.
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Emergency Services Department
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Hazardous Materials Emergency Plans See Resolution 2016-032
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subject to revision as additional knowledge and experience are gained.DuPont makes no guarantee of <br /> results and assumes no obligation or liability... <br /> (DuPont,2013) <br /> First Aid <br /> Warning: Ammonia is extremely corrosive to the skin,eyes, and mucous membranes. Contact with the liquified <br /> gas may cause frostbite. Caution is advised. <br /> Signs and Symptoms of Acute Ammonia Exposure: Inhalation of ammonia may cause irritation and bums of <br /> the respiratory tract, laryngitis,dyspnea(shortness of breath), stridor(high-pitched respirations),and chest pain. <br /> Pulmonary edema and pneumonia may also result from inhalation. A pink frothy sputum, convulsions, and <br /> coma are often seen following exposure to high concentrations.When ammonia is ingested, nausea and <br /> vomiting may result; oral,esophageal, and stomach bums are common.If ammonia has contacted the eyes, <br /> irritation,pain, conjunctivitis (red, inflamed eyes),lacrimation(tearing), and corneal erosion may occur.Loss <br /> of vision is possible.Dermal exposure may result in severe bums and pain. <br /> Emergency Life-Support Procedures:Acute exposure to ammonia may require decontamination and life <br /> support for the victims.Emergency personnel should wear protective clothing appropriate to the type and <br /> degree of contamination.Air-purifying or supplied-air respiratory equipment should also be worn,as necessary. <br /> Inhalation Exposure: <br /> 1. Move victims to fresh air.Emergency personnel should avoid self-exposure to ammonia. <br /> 2.Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate,and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected,provide <br /> CPR. If not breathing,provide artificial respiration.If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other <br /> respiratory support. <br /> 3. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or <br /> performance of other invasive procedures. <br /> 4. Transport to a health care facility. <br /> Dermal/Eye Exposure: <br /> 1.Remove victims from exposure.Emergency personnel should avoid self-exposure to ammonia. <br /> 2.Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate,and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected,provide <br /> CPR. If not breathing,provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other <br /> respiratory suppoi tWarning: Do not attempt to neutralize with an acid wash;excessive liberation of heat may <br /> result. <br /> 3. If eye exposure has occurred, eyes must IMMEDIATELY be flushed with lukewarm water for at least 15 <br /> minutes. <br /> 4.Remove contaminated clothing as soon as possible. <br /> 5.Wash exposed skin areas THOROUGHLY with soap and water. <br /> 6. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or <br /> performance of other invasive procedures. <br /> 7.Transport to a health care facility. <br /> Ingestion Exposure: <br /> 1.Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected,provide <br /> CPR.If not breathing,provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other <br /> respiratory support. <br /> 2.DO NOT induce vomiting or attempt to neutralize! <br /> 3. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or <br /> performance of other invasive procedures. <br /> 4. Activated charcoal does not strongly.bind ammonia, and therefore is of little or no value. <br /> .5. Give the victims water or milk: children up to I year old, 125 mL(4 oz or 1/2 cup);children 1 to 12 years <br /> old,200 mL(6 oz or 3/4 cup); adults, 250 mL(8 oz or 1 cup).Water or milk should be given only if victims are <br /> conscious and alert. <br /> http:,H127.0.0.1:54673/report?key=CH4860 4/15/2015 <br />
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