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From: Murphy, Dr. Ruth Ann <rmurphy**At_Symbol_Here**UMHB.EDU>
Subject: [DCHAS-L] Contact Lenses in Eyewash?
Date: Feb 22, 2018 23:50 UTC
Reply-To:
ACS Division of Chemical Health and Safety
In-Reply-To:
Good Afternoon,
Is there any word on OSHA's requirement as to when contact lenses should be removed while using an eyewash? The ACS Safety Video "Starting with Safety," states the following. "If you are
wearing contacts get them out as soon as you've given your eyes a good initial rinsing and then continue washing for at least 15 minutes then see a doctor." On the other hand, someone told me OSHA requires rinsing the eyes 15 minutes before attempting to
remove the contact lenses. Thank you!
Ruth Ann
Ruth Ann Murphy, Ph.D.
Professor of Chemistry
Chairperson, Department of Chemistry, Environmental Science and Geology
Co-Chairperson, Health Professions Advisory Committee
Amy LeVesconte Professorship of Chemistry
JAMP Faculty Director
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
900 College Street
Belton, TX 76513-2599
Phone 254.295.4542
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