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UNIVAR USA INC. <br /> <br />.La <br />103 /4. <br /> UTWAR <br />CONTINGENCY PLAN <br />6/14/11 Replaces 03/10/10 <br />SECTION <br /> SUBJECT PAGE 1 <br />NINE <br /> <br />FIRST AID / MEDICAL ASSISTANCE 0F2 <br />During an emergency there will be two types of medical situations which may arise. One is <br />physical trauma such as cuts, broken bones, and burns. The other is exposure to toxins. <br />Exposure to a toxic chemical may result in noticeable symptoms (such as those from acute <br />cyanide poisoning) or more subtle, less noticeable symptoms (such as those from the slow <br />build-up of lead levels in the body). <br />When providing first-aid for a victim in an emergency situation there are several basic <br />things to remember: <br />If the victim is unconscious, first check to see if there is a pulse and if they are <br />breathing. If not, have qualified individuals administer CPR. <br />If the victim is not mobile, always check for broken bones before attempting to <br />move them. If the victim is in a safe area, do not move them - wait for <br />professional medical help. <br />Be aware of the symptoms of shock. Victims, regardless of their apparent <br />condition, should be allowed to find a comfortable position, kept calm, kept <br />warm, and have their feet elevated slightly above their heads. <br />First Aid should be administered to victims of physical trauma by branch personnel trained <br />in first aid techniques. The First Aid Team Leader must be able to report to arriving <br />professional medical assistance teams on the current status of any victims at the site. <br />Reporting should be made in order of priority -- the most seriously injured individuals first. <br />Exposures to toxic materials during emergency situations may cause illness and injury. <br />Symptoms of exposure to a toxic chemical may be acute, causing difficulty in breathing, <br />irregular heartbeat, tremors, and discoloration of the skin. Exposure to a chemical that is <br />not acutely toxic may cause dizziness, slurred speech, a loss of coordination, and a poor <br />sense of judgment. The symptoms of exposure will vary from situation to situation and <br />depend upon the following factors: <br />The toxic properties of the chemicals to which one is exposed. <br />The length of exposure. <br />The current health status of the individual exposed.