Wood preservation facilities, general recommendations: chapter A, table 5


Table 5. First Aid Measures when Exposed to Preservative (Preservative-specific)

Most concentrated form

Exposure First action Second action
Eye contact (e.g. flush eyes with water) (e.g. Get medical attention)
Skin contact    
Inhalation    
Ingestion    
Chronic symptoms requiring medical referral  

Mixed solution

Exposure First action Second action
Eye contact (e.g. flush eyes with water) (e.g. Get medical attention)
Skin contact    
Inhalation    
Ingestion    
Chronic symptoms requiring medical referral  

For all medical attention, always have the pesticide label and MSDS in your possession to properly inform health personnel.

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