Transcript Chemical Hazards: A Swine Workers Guide

Chemical Hazards:
A Swine Worker’s Guide
Outline
•Precautionary & Hazard Symbols
•Point of Entry
•Protective Gear
•Solvents
•Veterinary Drugs
•Cleaners & Sanitizers
•Insecticides
•Rodenticides
•Disposal
•Emergency Numbers
•References
•Acknowledgements
PRECAUTIONARY
SYMBOLS
HAZARD
SYMBOLS
CORROSIVE
DANGER
POISON
WARNING
FLAMMABLE
CAUTION
EXPLOSIVE
Point of Entry
Inhalation
Dermal
Ingestion
Ocular
Areas that Absorb Chemicals Quickly
Head
Underarms
Back of Hand
Groin
Thin skin areas have a lot of surface blood vessels
that pick up chemicals from the skin & transport them
all over the body. Sweat & oil produced in these
areas dissolve chemicals & speed up their
absorption.
Protective Gear
WATER PROOF HAT
After use, wash with
detergent, rinse & dry.
DO NOT WEAR
CLOTH HATS!
RESPIRATORS
Choose respiratory protection for the hazards
you will encounter (half mask or full facepiece):
DISPOSABLE:
•If damaged, soiled or breathing becomes difficult
leave the contaminated area & dispose of
respirator.
RE-USABLE:
CHEMICAL GOGGLES
After use, wash with
detergent, rinse & dry.
DO NOT WEAR PERMEABLE OR
SOFT CONTACT LENSES WHEN
HANDLING CHEMICALS!
•Change cartridges when breathing becomes
restricted or according to manufacturers directions.
•After use, remove & store cartridges in a sealed
plastic bag.
•Wash respirator with detergent, rinse & dry & store
in a sealed plastic bag.
Look for National Institute for Occupational Safety and
Health (NIOSH) approval on mask and cartridges.
Protective Gear
COVERALLS
• Wash long sleeved
cotton coveralls daily.
• Wash separately
from all other laundry.
RUBBER GLOVES
• Choose gloves appropriate
to the hazard you will
encounter.
• Inspect unlined, chemical
resistant gloves for leaks.
• After use wash in detergent
& water, rinse & dry.
DO NOT USE LEATHER OR
CANVAS GLOVES!
RUBBER APRON:
• Inspect for leaks.
• After use wash in detergent
& water, rinse & dry.
RUBBER BOOTS:
• Inspect for leaks.
• After use wash in detergent
& water, rinse & dry.
• Wear unlined rubber boots.
DO NOT USE LEATHER BOOTS!
Solvents
Fuel, Degreaser, Paint, Paint thinner
Health Hazard
First Response
Skin
Skin irritant- redness,
dryness & rash.
Wash with soap & water.
Eyes
Strong irritant.
Rinse with water for 15
minutes.
Inhalation Headaches,
lightheadedness,
dizziness.
Move victim to fresh air, if
problem persists seek
medical attention.
Ingestion: POISON!
Contact Poison Control
Centre!
Protective Gear
Veterinary Drugs
Vaccines, Antibiotics
Accidental injections!
Skin
Health Hazard
First Response
Inflammation around
injection site & potential
allergic reaction.
Seek medical
attention
immediately!
Protective Gear
Veterinary Drugs
Hormones (Prostaglandins)
Skin contact & accidental injection!
Skin
Health Hazard
First Response
Menstrual irregularities, Seek medical attention
miscarriage, respiratory immediately!
distress.
Protective Gear
Veterinary Drugs
Dewormer
Health Hazard
First Response
Atgard® (Organophosphates): At all points of
entry potential for: skin allergy, headaches, muscle
twitching, cramps, nausea, diarrhea, respiratory
irritant, respiratory depression, weakness, sweating,
blurred vision, tearing, salivation, seizures, mental
confusion, loss of consciousness. *Can lead to
serious additive toxicity.*
Skin: Wash with soap & water.
Ivermectin®, Piperzine®: Dizziness, vomiting, shortness
of breath, numbing & tingling of extremities.
Protective Gear
Eyes: Rinse with water for 15
minute
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh
air, if problem persists seek medical
attention.
Ingestion: Contact Poison Control
Centre!
Cleaners & Sanitizers
Hypochlorite (Bleach, Javex®)
Point of Entry
Health Hazard
First Response
Skin
Chemical burn.
Wash with soap & water.
Eyes:
Strong irritant, potential for
burns & blindness.
Rinse with water for 15 minutes.
Inhalation
Strong irritant.
Move victim to fresh air, if problem
persists seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
POISON!
Contact Poison Control Centre!
*Irritating gas release increases in hot water, releases chlorine gas, especially with
acids. Dangerous gas released when mixed with formaldehyde!*
Protective Gear
Cleaners & Sanitizers
Phenols (Tek-Trol®, Prosovet®)
Point of Entry
Health Hazard
First Response
Skin
Irritation, prolonged exposure may
cause pain, redness, swelling &
tissue damage.
Wash with soap & water.
Eyes
Stinging, tearing, pain, redness &
swelling.
Rinse with water for 15 minutes.
Inhalation
Respiratory tract irritation.
Move victim to fresh air, if
problem persists seek medical
attention.
Ingestion
Nausea, vomiting & diarrhea.
Contact Poison Control Centre!
* Irritating gas release increased in hot water.*
Protective Gear
Cleaners & Sanitizers
Quaternary Ammonia Compounds (Proquat®)
Point of Entry
Health Hazard
First Response
Skin
Irritation, risk of burns.
Wash with soap & water.
Eyes
Severe irritation, eye lid inflammation,
crying eyes & high risk of permanent
damage.
Rinse with water for 15 minutes.
Inhalation
Nose & throat irritation, coughing, long
term exposure = nose bleeding & chronic
bronchitis.
Move victim to fresh air, if problem
persists seek medical attention.
Ingestion
Severe irritation, affects muscles,
bloating, vomiting & gas. Risk of
convulsions, shock & respiratory arrest.
Contact Poison Control Centre!
Protective Gear
Cleaners & Sanitizers
Persulphates (Virkon®)
Point of Entry Health Hazard
First Response
Skin
Skin allergy.
Wash with soap & water.
Eyes
Potential chemical burn.
Rinse with water for 15 minutes.
Inhalation
Respiratory irritant-coughing,
choking, wheezing.
Move victim to fresh air, if
problem persists seek medical
attention.
Ingestion
POISON!
Contact Poison Control Centre!
Protective Gear
Cleaners & Sanitizers
Formaldehyde (Fumalyse®)
Point of Entry
Health Hazard
First Response
Skin
Irritation, risk of burns.
Wash with soap & water.
Eyes
Severe irritation, may cause
chemical burns.
Rinse with water for 15 minutes.
Inhalation
Nose & throat irritation, coughing,
long tern exposure equals nose
bleeding & chronic bronchitis.
Move victim to fresh air, if problem
persists seek medical attention.
Ingestion
Nausea, vomiting & diarrhea.
Contact Poison Control Centre.
*Increased irritating gas release with hot water.*
Possible CANCER hazard.
Protective Gear
Insecticides
Organophosphates
Fly bait (SNIP®), Fly spray (Vapona®)
Health Hazard
At all points of entry potential for:
First Response
Skin: Wash with soap & water.
weakness, headache, tightness in chest,
Eyes: Rinse with water for 15 minute
respiratory depression, decreased heart rate,
blurred vision, non-reactive pinpoint pupils,
*Cantwitching,
lead nausea,
to serious additive
Inhalation:toxicity*
Move victim to fresh air, if
salivation, sweating, muscle
problem persists seek medical attention.
vomiting, diarrhea & cramps, seizure, loss of
consciousness.
Ingestion: Contact Poison Control Centre!
Protective Gear
Insecticides
Carbamates
Fly bait (STARBAR®, STIMUKIL®, BLUE STREAK®, APACHE®)
Point of Entry
Health Hazard
First Response
Skin
Skin irritant-redness,
dryness & rash.
Wash with soap & water.
Inhalation
Respiratory irritant.
Move victim to fresh air, if problem
persists seek medical attention.
*Can lead to serious additive toxicity.
Signs & symptoms: muscle weakness, dizziness, sweating, headache,
salivation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, pin-point pupils with
blurred vision, lack of coordination, muscle twitching, slurred speech.*
Protective Gear
Rodenticides
Coumarins & Inandiones
Rat & Mouse bait (CONTRAC®, TOMCAT®)
Point of Entry
Health Hazard
First Response
Skin
Irritated skin.
Wash with soap & water.
Eyes
Potential irritant.
Rinse with water for 15
minutes.
Ingestion
Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite,
extreme thirst, diarrhea, nose bleeds,
bleeding gums & failure of blood to clot
after skin is wounded.
Contact Poison Control
Centre!
Protective Gear
Beware of HANTIVIRUS exposure.
Wear respirator in high risk areas!
DISPOSAL
Health Hazard
Veterinary Drug Containers
Expired, unopened
Opened
Dewormer Containers
Cleaner and Solvent Containers
Fly Spray Containers
First Response
Point of purchase
Medical waste company
Hazardous waste
Triple Rinse, puncture and dispose in
appropriate waste area.
Return to dealer for collection.
Used Fly Bait and containers
Hazardous waste
Rodent Bait
Hazardous waste
REMEMBER…..
Before eating, drinking,
smoking or using the
washroom
WASH YOUR HANDS
with soap and water.
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
POISON CONTROL CENTRE
1-866-454-1212
SPILL REPORT CENTRE
Saskatchewan Environmental Safety
1-800-667-7525
Chemical Manufacturers Emergency Number:
See container label or Material Safety Data Sheet
Take chemical container & label with you when seeking medical attention
References
1.
Hagel. L. 1992. A Farmer’s Guide to Pesticide Label Interpretation Poster. The Centre
of Agricultural Medicine.
2.
Bidwell, J. and H. Bilinski. 1999. Clothing and protective equipment for agricultural
chemical application. Selection, use and laundering. The Centre of Agricultural
Medicine.
3.
Saskatchewan Labour Occupational Health and Safety. Health and Safety Practices in
Pork Production: Technical Modules. July 2004.
http://www.labour.gov.sk.ca/safety/porkproduction/porktechnicalmodules.pdf Accessed
June 2005.
4.
Reigart, J. R. and J.R. Roberts. 1999. Recognition and Management of Pesticide
Poisonings, 5th Edition. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Washington, DC.
5.
Phoenix Scientific, Inc. MSDS Ivermectin®
http://www.starbarproducts.com/MSDS/GoldenMalrin_splbl.pdf Accessed June 2005.
6.
Chem-Tech Ltd. MSDS Piperazine® http://www.durvet.com/MSDS/234_MSDS.pdf
Accessed June 2005. Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica inc. MSDS ATGARD®
7.
http://www.bimsds.us/BIMSDS/msds/AtgardC_SwineWrmer_msds.pdf Accessed June
2005.
8.
The Pigsite.com. 2005.
http://www.thepigsite.com/BusinessDirectory/Focus.asp?Display=2846 Accessed July
2005.
References
9.
University of Illinois at Urbana=-Champaign. 2005. Swine Reproduction Swine
Reproduction Information on the Internet. Induced Farrowing.
10.
VIDO Swine Technical Group –Linking knowledge to practical solutions.
Vaccination Guidelines for Swine - June 2004.
http://www.vido.org/producers/techgroups/swine/publications.php
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11.
http://www.traill.uiuc.edu/swinerepronet/paperDisplay.cfm?Type=Both&ContentID
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12.
ABC Compounding. MSDS TEk-Trol®.
http://www.abccompounding.com/MSDS/LA-700%20MSDS.pdf
Accessed June 2005.
13.
Ptrotecnica Ingenieria S.A. MSDS Proquat® BC 50.
http://www.prochemusa.net/MSDS/PROQUAT%20BC50(MSDS).pdf
Accessed June 2005.
14.
Syndel International Inc. MSDS Virkon®.
http://www.syndel.com/msds/virkon_msds.html Accessed June 2005.
15.
Bio Agri Mix Ltd. MSDS Fumalyse II®.
http://www.bioagrimix.com/msds/36/36280/3628049.pdf. Accessed June 2005.
References
16.
Bell Laboratories, Inc. MSDS CONTRAC®.
http://www.belllabs.com/images/MSDS/contrac_rodenticide_us.pdf
Accessed June 2005.
17.
Bell Laboratories, Inc. MSDS TOMCAT®.
http://www.motomco.com/pdf/TOMCAT_RatMouseBait.pdf Accessed June 2005.
18.
Bayer Environmental Science. MSDS Racumin 8® Rat and Mouse Rodenticide.
http://www.bayercropscience.com.au/products/resources/msds/Racumin%208.pdf
Accessed June 2005.
19.
Mock, D.E. 1997. Lice, Mange and Other Swine Insect Problems. Entomology 230.
Kansas State University.
20.
Myer, R.O. and W.R. Walker. Controlling Internal Parasites in Swine. University
of Florida, IFAS Extension. AS50. Farnam Companies, Inc. MSDS Blue Streak® Fly
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21.
Novelties Animal Health Canada Inc. MSDS SNIP® Fly Bait.
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http://www.msds.com.au/Search_detail.asp?s_keyword=&s_AlphaSearch=
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Accessed July 2005.
23.
Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. Vapona® Concentrate Insecticide.
http://www.bi-vetmedica.com/products/products_insectcide_list.html
Accessed July 2005.
24.
Troy Biosciences Inc. MSDS STIMUKIL® Fly Bait.
http://www.indfumco.com/new/data/Stimukil%20Fly%20Bait%20MSDS%20
2.26.03.pdf
Accessed June 2005.
25.
Wellmark International GOLDEN MALRIN® Fly Bait.
http://www.starbarproducts.com/MSDS/GoldenMalrin_splbl.pdf
Accessed June 2005.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Prepared by:
Sueli B. de Freitas, BSc
Niels Koehncke, MD, MSc, FRCPC
Leanne LaBrash, MSc
Helen McDuffie, PhD
Institute of Agricultural Rural & Environmental Health
Royal University Hospital
University of Saskatchewan
103 Hospital Drive
Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W8 Canada
I.ARE.H phone: (306) 966-8286/fax: (306) 966-8799 http://iareh.usask.ca/