Lit. No. 76760, Rev. 00
9
November 1, 2017
CHEMICAL ACCIDENT PROCEDURES
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
fl
ush 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 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.
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 quickly be contained and properly cleaned up.
Refer to the chemical label for any speci
fi
c 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:
Chemical manufacturer: See chemical label for contact information.
State pesticide regulatory agency: In the U.S., call the National Pesticide Information
Center at 1-800-858-7378 for assistance in contacting your state agency.
SAFETY
