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Fire safety with paraffin based skin products
If you are being treated with a paraffin based product, for example:
- white soft paraffin
- white soft paraffin plus 50 percent liquid paraffin
- emulsifying ointment
These can be covered by a dressing or clothing.
Keep away from fire when using these products.
Paraffin based products in contact with dressings and clothing can easily ignite with a flame or cigarette.
To stop this from happening is is very important that you do the following:
Do not
- Smoke
- Use flames
- Be near people who are smoking or using flames
- Go near anything else which may cause a fire whilst these products are in contact with your clothes, dressing or bandages.
Do
- Make sure that your clothes and bedding are changed regularly (preferably daily) as the paraffin soaks into the fabrics and can be a fire hazard. You should also be careful to make sure that the paraffin does not soak into chairs, seating or other furniture.
- Tell your relatives or carers about your treatment and show them this resource.
- Tell your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if you normally smoke. They will be able to offer you help and advice to stop smoking.
Your treatment is important, but it is essential that you are kept safe when using these products.
Please speak to your doctor, nurse or pharmacist if you have any questions about the information in this resource.
This resource has been adapted from NHS National Patient Safety Agency. Click here to see the original Fire hazard with paraffin based creams leaflet.
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Disclaimer
Please note: this is a generic information sheet relating to care at Sheffield Children’s NHS FT. These details may not reflect treatment at other hospitals. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical care. Always follow your healthcare professionals’ instructions. If this resource relates to medicines, please read it alongside the medicine manufacturer’s patient information leaflet. If this information has been translated into another language from English, efforts have been made to maintain accuracy, but there may still be some translation errors. If you are unsure about any of the guidance in this resource or have specific questions about how it relates to your child, always ask your healthcare professional for further advice.
Resource number: PHA11
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