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Poisoning

Learn about different poisons, accidents, and how to handle poisoning emergencies. Protect your family with safety tips and first aid procedures.

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Poisoning

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  1. Poisoning First & foremost Safety 2016 First & Foremost Safety 2016

  2. What is a poison? • A poison is a substance which, if taken into the body in sufficient quantity, may cause temporary or permanent damage. • Once in the body, poisons may work their way into the blood-stream and be carried to the tissues around the body. • Signs and symptoms vary depending on the poison and its method of entry. • Vomiting is common in many cases and carries the additional danger of the casualty inhaling his/her own vomit and choking. First & Foremost Safety 2016

  3. Poisoning Accidents • 34,600 children under 14 visited hospital after a suspected poisoning – over 30,000 of this number were under 5 years old. • 27 children died of accidental poisoning, 6 of these children were under 5 years old. First & Foremost Safety 2016

  4. Cleaning Products First & Foremost Safety 2016

  5. Pesticides First & Foremost Safety 2016

  6. TabletsPain killers First & Foremost Safety 2016

  7. Liquid MedicinesCough Medicine etc First & Foremost Safety 2016

  8. Prescription TabletsThe pill, antibiotics etc First & Foremost Safety 2016

  9. Medical Creams First & Foremost Safety 2016

  10. Vitamins First & Foremost Safety 2016

  11. Toothpaste First & Foremost Safety 2016

  12. Cosmetics First & Foremost Safety 2016

  13. Alcohol First & Foremost Safety 2016

  14. Craft suppliesPaint, Glue etc First & Foremost Safety 2016

  15. Food First & Foremost Safety 2016

  16. Plants First & Foremost Safety 2016

  17. Animals & Pets First & Foremost Safety 2016

  18. Cigarettes and Nicotine First & Foremost Safety 2016

  19. First Aid with Poisons • Swallowed poisons – do not attempt to induce vomiting, as this may harm the casualty further. • Inhaled poisons – remove the casualty from danger and into the fresh air. Do not endanger yourself. • Absorbed poisons – flush away any residual chemical on the skin. • Obtain appropriate medical assistance. First & Foremost Safety 2016

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