First Aid Instructions for Removing a Splinter Share Pin Email More in First Aid Allergies & Anaphylaxis Bites & Stings Breathing Emergencies Broken Bones Bruises, Cuts & Punctures Heat & Cold Exposure Infections Rash Emergency Preparedness Calling for Help View All Updated April 21, 2016 Removing a splinter can be easy with a few basic steps, but there are a also a number of things to avoid. Here's what you need to know.