Chemical splash in the eye

If a chemical splashes into your eye, take these steps:

-Flush the eye with water immediately. Any source of clean drinking water will do. It's more important to begin flushing than it is to find sterile water. Flushing with water will dilute the chemical. Continue to flush the eye for at least 20 minutes, particularly if your eye is exposed to household cleaners that contain ammonia.

-Cover the eye. After washing the eye thoroughly, close the eyelid and cover it with a loose, moist dressing.

-Seek emergency medical assistance. Take the chemical container with you to the emergency room or write the chemical name on a slip of paper to take with you.