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cataracts. The most common, acute symptom of eye exposure to UV-C radiation is inflammation of the cornea and
conjunctiva. Corneal inflammation manifests itself in photophobia, increased tearing, a feeling of a foreign body in the eye,
eyelid spasm, and sometimes visual impairment. The symptoms of inflammation appear after a period of concealment
lasting even less than 30 minutes, and the symptoms of inflammation disappear about 14 hours after exposure.
Radiation-induced conjunctivitis occurs after a latency period of 5 to 10 hours and is manifested by redness, itching,
burning and tearing. If a higher dose is used, the correct vision may be impaired. The symptoms disappear after 10 hours
to several days, depending on the exposure. For this reason, never open the device while the UV lamps are running!
Description of first aid measures:
General rules
All symptoms of exposure to UV-C radiation occur after the so-called
latency period lasting from several minutes to several hours.
Eyes
In case of slight symptoms of eye burn (slight pain, tearing, itching, redness):
avoid direct sunlight, cool your eyes (with a cloth dampened with cold water
or glasses with cooling gel). Do not scratch or rub your eyes. If you have
contact lenses, it is essential to remove them to prevent further irritation. An
appointment with an ophthalmologist is recommended.
In case of more serious symptoms (severe blinking pain, foreign body
impression in the eye) it is necessary to contact an ophthalmologist. Until an
ophthalmologist has given assistance, proceed as with lighter symptoms of
eye burns.
Skin
In case of slight burns, it is recommended to cool the skin with running water
or apply a cooling gel on the skin. Contact with a doctor is recommended.
In case of increased skin exposure to UV-C radiation, it is essential to consult
a doctor.
Personal protective equipment (UV-C radiation)
Skin protection
Laboratory apron or other laboratory skin
protective clothing
Hand protection
Nitrile gloves
Eye protection
Spectacles with side panels and UV400 marking,
protective goggles or full face shields. Filters in
the given protective measures must be marked at
least "3-1,2" (3rd part number, 1,2 degree of
protection). If glasses or goggles are used as eye
protection, cover the remaining skin of the face
with clothing.
