Emergency reference
Emergency preparedness: Severe burns (chemical / thermal)
The drugs and equipment a factory OHC should keep ready to respond to severe burns (chemical / thermal).
Category: Trauma · Severity: high
Every factory Occupational Health Centre should be equipped to respond to severe burns (chemical / thermal). Below is a suggested stocking checklist of the drugs and equipment to keep ready in the OHC or crash cart.
Suggested emergency stock
| Drug / equipment | Suggested minimum |
|---|---|
| Silver sulphadiazine cream | 1 |
| Sterile burn dressings | 6 |
| IV fluids (RL) | 10 |
| Tramadol / opioid analgesic | 2 |
| Eye wash bottle (for chem burns) | 1 |
Under Section 45 of the Factories Act 1948, first-aid provision must be maintained at all working times; a factory OHC additionally keeps emergency drugs and equipment ready for on-site medical emergencies.
This page is an emergency-preparedness stocking reference for factory Occupational Health Centres. It is not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a treatment or dosing protocol. Clinical management must follow current medical guidelines and a qualified physician’s judgement. Suggested minimum quantities are a planning aid — adjust to your workforce size, hazards and distance from a hospital.
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