Question

1. what is the first step you should take if a chemical splashes into your eyes?

rub your eyes vigorously to remove the chemical.
alert a nearby instructor or lab partner and proceed to the eyewash station for at least 15 minutes of flushing.
rinse your eyes with water for a few seconds and then stop.
immediately close your eyes and wait for the pain to subside.
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Explanation:

Rubbing eyes (first option) can worsen damage. Rinsing briefly (third) isn’t enough. Closing eyes (fourth) delays treatment. The correct first step is to alert others and use the eyewash station for proper flushing (15+ minutes), as per lab safety protocols.

Answer:

B. Alert a nearby instructor or lab partner and proceed to the eyewash station for at least 15 minutes of flushing.