Health and safety in the shop or garage
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If you ingest or inhale battery acid, or if you get battery acid on your skin or in your eyes, get medical attention immediately. Speed is critical. | If you ingest or inhale battery acid, or if you get battery acid on your skin or in your eyes, get medical attention immediately. Speed is critical. | ||
| − | + | If you get battery acid in your eyes, don't rub your eyes, or keep them closed. They need to be "irrigated" for at least half an hour. Flush your skin with soap and water for 15 minutes, and remove contaminated clothes and shoes. | |
If you ingest battery acid, don't induce vomiting. If the victim is conscious, give 3 cups of milk or water. | If you ingest battery acid, don't induce vomiting. If the victim is conscious, give 3 cups of milk or water. | ||
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