A Basic Guide To Treating Burns at the Office

4/24/2021 (Permalink)

Know how to respond if someone gets burned.

How To React If Someone In Your Office Experiences A Burn

When an uncontrolled blaze breaks out, the fire damage that results is a minor concern in comparison with someone being injured. The structural impact of fires in Serenada, TX, may be able to be mended by a team of commercial restoration professionals, whereas a co-worker's life is irreplaceable. 

Major Versus Minor Burns
First, you must determine the severity of the injury to administer the appropriate level of burn first aid. Minor burns are characterized by:

• Blisters
  
• Redness
  
• Sizes no larger than 3 inches in diameter
  
  

Major burns feature:

• Dryness
  
• Leathery qualities
  
• Brown, black or white discoloration
  
• Sizes larger than 3 inches in diameter
  
  

Move the patient away from any fire damage to avoid the risk of further injury before making your assessment.

Minor Burn Treatment
Follow these first aid procedures if you determine the burn to be superficial. Remove jewelry before swelling occurs. Run cool water over the affected area or apply a wet compress. After the pain has subsided, apply a burn cream and then wrap the harmed surface with sterile gauze. Do so loosely, making sure there is no tightness and air can flow underneath. Administer an OTC pain reliever such as Tylenol or Advil.

Major Burn Treatment
Prepare major burn victims before professional assistance arrives. Check that the individual is still breathing. If not, administer CPR immediately. As with minor burns, accessories should be quickly taken off. Place a clean cloth or a moist bandage over the burned flesh. Elevate the burn zone above heart level and watch for signs of shock. Make note of and write down your observations. Inform those providing medical treatment of everything you've seen.
Fire damage extends beyond charred walls and seared office equipment. In worst-case scenarios, blazes threaten the lives of employees. Know how to respond if someone working by your side ever gets burned.