First aid for cuts in or around the eye

• Bandage the eye gently
• Do not rub the eye or apply pressure
• Do not try to remove any particles
• Do not wash out the eye

First aid when foreign particles enter the eye

• Pull the upper lid down onto lower lid and let lower eyelashes sweep away the particle by blinking repeatedly
• Let tears wash out the speck or particle, or use an eye wash
• Close your eye and seek medical attention immediately if the above procedure does not work
• Do not rub the eye

First aid for chemical splashes

• Use fingers to separate lids, then flush the eye with water from a faucet or clean container
• Seek medical attention immediately
• Do not cover the eye 

First aid for physical trauma to the eye:

• Gently apply small cold compresses without pressure immediately to reduce pain and swelling
• Contact your ophthalmologist or primary care physician immediately