Follow these instructions if you've suffered chemical burns of the skin.
- Rinse the burnt areas with cool, running water for 20 minutes, and wash gently with soap.
- Remove clothing, cutting it away if necessary to avoid spreading the chemical to other parts of the skin.
- Don't apply lotions or ointments to the burnt skin.
- If the burnt area is large, cover it with a clean, damp sheet.
- If a chemical has been swallowed or inhaled, call a poison information centre immediately and follow their instructions.
- Call the doctor immediately after providing first aid.