What should be done immediately after a fire victim is brought to safety?

The immediate action that should be taken after a fire victim is brought to safety is to cool the burned area with cool water. This is essential as it helps to reduce the temperature of the burn, minimizing tissue damage and alleviating pain. Cooling the burn area also helps prevent the burn from progressing and can reduce inflammation.

It is crucial to use cool, not cold, water, as extremely cold water can cause further complications. Ideally, the cooling process should be done for at least 10-20 minutes, depending on the severity of the burns.

In emergency situations, while assessing pain levels, starting CPR, or applying ointments might be relevant, these actions should follow the priority of cooling the burn. Assessing pain and starting CPR are important but come after ensuring the initial burn injury is managed properly to prevent further harm. Applying ointments is inappropriate in the initial response to a burn as it can trap heat in the tissue and further aggravate the injury.