Summary of Important Information
6
During Spraying
•
DO NOT OVER-APPLY chemicals
. Apply at rate recommended by chemical manufacturer. Excess
chemicals 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 A 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 labels.
•
TURN OFF power to pump and RELIEVE system pressure
before leaving pump unattended.
•
SEE the Troubleshooting section of this manual before attempting any repairs
. Wear personal protective
equipment and follow safety instructions.
After Spraying
•
SOAK
vegetation in the area surrounding the work zone after spraying bleach. Bleach can kill vegetation if
not soaked thoroughly.
•
CLEAN pump immediately after use
according to the directions provided in this manual.
•
DECONTAMINATE yourself after you are
done spraying and have cleaned the pump. 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 pump leaks, bodily chemical contact, poisoning, or spills. See
instructions below:
Pump leak
If the pump develops a leak, immediately stop spraying
. Turn off power to the pump 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 labels.
General procedures for contact with bleach or surfactant includes:
a) Eyes – immediately rinse with water for 15 minutes. If irritation persists, contact
a doctor.
b) Skin – rinse all contaminated skin surfaces with water. If irritation persists,
contact a doctor.
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. Have the chemical label available 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 911
. 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.
General procedures for ingestion or inhalation of bleach or surfactant include:
a)
For ingestion: Drink a glass of water. Call a doctor or poison control center. DO
NOT induce vomiting unless instructed to do so by a doctor or poison control
center.
b) For inhalation: Immediately move to fresh air.
3. Call a poison control center for further advice.
In the U.S., call 1-800-222-1222.
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.
-
State pesticide regulatory agency
. In the U.S., call the National Pesticide Information
Center at 800-858-7378 for assistance in contacting your state’s agency.
