First aid for burn injuries:

 

  • Remove any clothing or jewellery from near the burn carefully, unless it is stuck to the skin.
  • Cool the burn for at least 20 minutes under cool gently running water. DO NOT use any ice or ointments.
  • Cover the burn with a clean dressing or towel.
  • Seek medical attention as soon as possible for any burns that blister. For serious burns call Triple Zero (000) immediately.
Burn first aid
First aid for burns fact sheet (PDF)
Keep safe from burns fact sheet (PDF)

 

If your clothes catch on fire:

Stop

STOP 
what you are doing right away. Cover your face with your hands

Drop

DROP
gently to your knees, then lie down on the part of your clothes that are on fire.

Rock and Roll

ROCK AND ROLL
back and forth on the ground until your clothes stop burning.

For further information on burn injuries:

  • Royal Hobart Hospital: 6166 8308
  • Launceston General Hospital: 6777 6777
  • North West Regional Hospital: 6493 6000
  • Mersey Community Hospital: 6478 5500