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Summary of Important Safety Information (continued)
During Spraying
•
DO NOT OVERAPPLY pesticide
. Apply at rate recommended by chemical manufacturer. Excess
pesticide can be dangerous to humans/animals, damage desirable plants, and contaminate soil and
water sources.
•
DO NOT EAT, DRINK, SMOKE, RUB YOUR EYES, or TOUCH YOUR BARE SKIN while
handling chemicals and spraying
.
•
NEVER POINT THE SPRAY GUN at people or animals.
•
EXERCISE EXTRA CAUTION when spraying near areas accessible to children and pets
.
•
CLEAN up spills immediately
per instructions on the chemical label.
•
TURN OFF vehicle and set brake or block wheels, TURN OFF power to sprayer, and RELIEVE
system pressure
before leaving sprayer unattended.
•
SEE Troubleshooting section in the sprayer manual before attempting any repairs
. Wear
personal protective equipment and follow safety instructions.
After Spraying
•
CLEAN sprayer immediately after use
according to the directions provided in this manual.
•
DECONTAMINATE yourself after you are
done spraying and have cleaned the sprayer. Wash all
exposed areas of the body with soap and water, and remove and launder clothing.
•
DISPOSE OF or STORE remaining chemicals in secure storage with correctly marked
container.
Chemical accident procedures
Immediate response is necessary in the event of sprayer leaks, bodily chemical contact,
poisoning, or spills. See instructions below:
Sprayer leak
If the sprayer develops a leak,
immediately stop spraying
. Turn off power to the
sprayer and follow directions below, as applicable.
Bodily chemical
contact
Personal contamination can occur when chemicals splash, spill, or spray
directly onto a person.
1. Immediately follow First Aid instructions on chemical label.
General procedures can include:
a) Eyes – immediately flush with water.
b) Skin – wash all contaminated skin surfaces with soap and water.
c) Clothing – remove contaminated clothing. Dispose of heavily
contaminated clothing per chemical label instructions.
2.Seek medical advice if instructed on the label or the victim experiences
symptoms of harmful effects. Bring the chemical label for reference.
Poisoning by
ingestion or
inhalation
In case of poisoning from ingestion or inhalation
:
If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call 000
. Otherwise:
1. If you are the victim, immediately seek assistance from nearby personnel
because you may become incapacitated.
2. Immediately follow first aid instructions on chemical label.
3.Call a poison control center for further advice. Have the chemical label available
for reference.
Chemical spills
Chemical spills must be quickly contained and properly cleaned up.
Refer to the chemical label for any specific clean-up instructions.
General procedures include:
1. Controlling
the spill by stopping the source of the spill.
2. Containing
the spill so that it does not spread and get into water sources.
3. Cleaning up
the spill immediately.
4. Seeking additional advice
from:
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Chemical manufacturer
. See chemical label for contact information.
