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The procedure for eye rinsing is the same except that you use an eye wash if one is available. An eye wash station consists of a bowl with two streams of water that flush both of the eye balls simultaneously. You must forcibly hold open your eyelids.
The eye is vulnerable to all chemicals, especially corrosives. Strong bases like ammonium and sodium hydroxide can cause blindness if not treated immediately.
As a general rule, flush the eyes under a continuous stream of water for 15 minutes and contact a physician if an irritation persists.
Take a look at your work area and determine the closest eye wash station.