First and foremost, remember these rules for all eye injuries:

Do not touch, rub or apply pressure to the eye.

Do not try to remove an object that is stuck in the eye.

Do not apply ointment or medication to the eye.

See a doctor as soon as possible, preferably an ophthalmologist.

If your eye has been cut or punctured:

Gently place a shield over the eye. 

Do not rinse with water.

Do not remove the object stuck in eye.

Do not rub or apply pressure to eye.

Do not take any non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drugs.

After you have finished protecting the eye, see an ophthalmologist immediately.

In case of a chemical burn to the eye:

Flush the eye with plenty of clean water

Seek emergency medical treatment right away.

To treat a blow to the eye:

Gently apply a small cold compress

Do not apply any pressure.

Remember, even a light blow can cause significant injury.

If a black eye, pain or visual disturbance occurs, immediately contact your ophthalmologist or emergency room.

If you get a particle, sand, debris or foreign material in your eye:

Do not rub the eye.

Lift the upper eyelid over the lashes of your lower lid.

Blink several times and allow tears to flush out the particle.

Use eyewash to flush the eye out.

If the particle remains, keep your eye closed and see an ophthalmologist or emergency department.