Editing Paramedic (section)

=== Chemical exposures ===
Paramedics encounter daily risks associated with handling [[hazardous chemicals]]. As a result, they must understand how to deliver care safely to remain protected in the service provision. They need to remain cautious for them to stay safe in the process of providing care. There are numerous associated risks from [[Chemical Exposure|chemical exposures]] in prehospital settings.<ref name=":5" /> The use of [[Personal protective equipment|PPE]] and standard precautions are necessary to prevent harmful exposures for paramedics.<ref name=":03" /> Desirable implementation of the ordered processing of hazardous material and the proper decontamination process are effective strategies in combating hazard risk. Such steps are necessary to ensure fewer cases of health hazards to paramedics.