WHAT IS A THERMAL BURN?

Damage caused by heat, steam, hot substances, fire, flames, explosions, electricity, high-voltage arcs, radiation, and sunburn is defined as a burn. The affected area is not only the skin but also a trauma that affects the entire organism. Workers are at risk of thermal burns during many industrial processes.

Degrees of Burns:

1st-degree burns

• The 1st layer of the skin (epidermis) is burnt
• It is a dry, mild, and edematous burn
• There is redness and a sensation of pain
• No blisters
• Healing time is 3-6 days

2nd-degree burns

• The 1st and 2nd layers of the skin are burnt (epidermis and dermis)
• There are fluid-filled blisters on the skin
• It is a painful burn
• There is a potential for scarring
• Healing time is 2-6 weeks

3rd-degree burns

• A type of burn that covers all layers of the skin, reaching subcutaneous tissues and even bones
• The skin is dry and leathery
• There is a change in color
• There is extreme pain and loss of sensation
• The treatment time is long

Since every second is critical in a serious burn situation, correct first aid intervention can save lives.

With Water-Jel thermal burn emergency intervention products offered by TOLKIM, you can overcome accidents with minimal damage, creating work environments that are safe for both work and workers.