If the person is unconscious, not breathing normally, bleeding heavily, or rapidly getting worse, call 102 now and go to the nearest emergency hospital.
Call now if: Large, deep or facial burns, burns in children or older people, electrical or chemical burns, or breathing problems after a fire: call 102.
Call 102 nowGeneral health information, not a diagnosis. In an emergency, call 102. Always consult a qualified health professional.
Call 102 first in an emergency. Stop the burning: remove from the source, remove clothing and jewellery that is not stuck. Cool the burn under cool running water for 20 minutes.
Answer a few questions for guidance on how urgently to seek care. This is triage, not a diagnosis.
Quick assessmentStop the burning: remove from the source, remove clothing and jewellery that is not stuck. Cool the burn under cool running water for 20 minutes. Cover loosely with clean cling film or a clean cloth. Keep the person warm. For chemical burns, rinse with plenty of water.
Do not apply ice, toothpaste, oil, butter or home remedies; do not burst blisters.
What should I do for burn first aid?
Stop the burning: remove from the source, remove clothing and jewellery that is not stuck. Cool the burn under cool running water for 20 minutes. Cover loosely with clean cling film or a clean cloth. Keep the person warm. For chemical burns, rinse with plenty of water.
What should I not do for burn first aid?
Do not apply ice, toothpaste, oil, butter or home remedies; do not burst blisters.
When should I call 102 for burn first aid?
Large, deep or facial burns, burns in children or older people, electrical or chemical burns, or breathing problems after a fire: call 102.
SI summary (own words); CDC, MedlinePlus first aid, Nepal Red Cross as references