Place injured part under cold running water for at least 10 minutes. If water is not available, any cold harmless liquid eg. Milk (gassy drinks are not recommended)
Gently remove any jewellery, watches, belts, or constricting clothing from the injured area before it begins to swell.
Cover injured with clean, sterile and non-fluffy material.
DO NOT break blisters.
DO NOT apply adhesive tape to the skin.
DO NOT apply lotions, ointments, or fats to the injury.
Treating Severe Burns and Scalds
o Lay casualty down. Protect the burned area from contact with the ground if possible.
o Douse the burn with plenty of cold liquid at least for 10 minutes, but must not delay the removal to hospital.
o While cooling the burn, watch for signs of difficulty in breathing.
o Gently remove any rings, watches, belts, shoes, or smouldering clothing from the injured area, before it begins to swell.
o Carefully remove burned clothing, unless it is sticking to the burn.
o Cover the injury with a sterile dressing.
o Reassure the casualty and treat for shock.
o Monitor and record breathing and pulse rates.
o Call 999 for an ambulance.
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