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CHLORINE BASICS 33 exposure and/or concentration increase, the affected individual may develop rapid breathing, wheezing and hemoptysis (blood in spit). In extreme cases difficulty in breathing can progress to the point of death through cardiovascular collapse from respiratory failure. An exposed person with a preexisting respiratory condition can have an exaggerated response. 7.1.2 Chronic Toxicity Most studies indicate no significant connection between adverse health effects and chronic exposure to low concentrations of chlorine. However, a 1983 Finnish study (Grenquist-Norden, B.: Institute of Occupational Health, pp. 1-83, 1983) did show an increase in chronic coughs and a tendency for hypersecretion of mucous among workers. These workers showed no abnormal pulmonary function in tests or chest x- rays. 7.1.3 Eye and Skin Contact Contact of liquid chlorine with eyes will result in serious thermal and/or chemical burns. Prolonged contact of gaseous chlorine with eyes can cause irritation at low concentrations and serious eye injury at higher concentrations. Care should be taken when using respiratory protection to avoid or limit eye exposure. Contact with skin will cause local chemical or thermal (frostbite) burns. 7.2 FIRST AID First aid is the immediate temporary treatment given to an exposed individual before the services or recommendations of a physician are obtained. Prompt action is essential. Reassurance to the individual will help to alleviate anxiety. Medical assistance must be obtained as soon as possible. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious or convulsing person. If chlorine has saturated an exposed person’s clothes or skin, decontamination should be done by removing affected clothing and showering as recommended on the SDS. Responders should take the necessary precautions to protect themselves from any exposure to chlorine while administering first aid and should move the victim from the contaminated area as soon as possible. CI Pamphlet 63 (11.1) contains detailed guidance on first aid for chlorine exposure, including: Inhalation Respiratory Assistance Oxygen Administration Skin Contact Eye Contact Medical Management of Chlorine ExposuresPDF Image | Chlorine Basics 8
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