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Medical Emergency


Prepare

Respond 

IN ALL LIFE-THREATENING OR SEVERE EMERGENCIES, CALL 9-1-1
  • Call UCLA EH&S Hotline opens a new window for hazardous chemical and biological spills and injuries at (310) 825-9797 
  • When requesting immediate medical assistance, be prepared to give the following information:
    • Location (building and room number)
    • Closest entrance for responder
    • Nature and extent of the emergency
    • Your name and number from which you are calling.

Obtaining Medical Attention


Assisting in Medical Emergency or Personal Injury

  • Do not move the injured person unless there is a serious threat in the current location
  • If the individual cannot be moved, stay with the injured person until medical assistance arrives, if it is safe to do so
  • If trained opens a new window and necessary, initiate life-saving measures.

Injury or Exposure

  • Remove contaminated outerwear/accessories
  • Flush exposed areas with water using a safety shower, eyewash or faucet for at least 20 minutes (use soap on skin for biological/blood exposure)
  • Hold eyes open to ensure effective rinsing behind eyelids
  • Seek medical attention (Call 9-1-1 if applicable).


Needle Stick or Cut with Contaminated Sharp Item