(6) Carry the bottles of Vapam in sturdy
cartons in pickup-type vehicles external to
the passenger compartment.
cartons in pickup-type vehicles external to
the passenger compartment.
A-5. SAFETY.-Vapam is a rather safe material
since its external and internal toxicity can be
considered low; and it would be nearly impossible
to accidentally take in or expose oneself to a
hazardous dosage. However, Vapam's irritating
quality, which is similar to that of tear gas, makes
the use of goggles mandatory and the use of
rubber gloves highly desirable. On the other
hand, however, the foul odor of this material will
since its external and internal toxicity can be
considered low; and it would be nearly impossible
to accidentally take in or expose oneself to a
hazardous dosage. However, Vapam's irritating
quality, which is similar to that of tear gas, makes
the use of goggles mandatory and the use of
rubber gloves highly desirable. On the other
hand, however, the foul odor of this material will
readily manifest its presence so that necessary
corrective actions can be taken readily and
safely. To protect workmen who may be
unusually sensitive to Vapam, each crew should
have a chemical respirator at hand when using
Vapam. As any other active chemical, Vapam
should be used consciously and with respect.
corrective actions can be taken readily and
safely. To protect workmen who may be
unusually sensitive to Vapam, each crew should
have a chemical respirator at hand when using
Vapam. As any other active chemical, Vapam
should be used consciously and with respect.
Poles near residences or other locations where
children or the public may come in contact with
the treated pole shall not be treated with Vapam
or any other toxic material.
children or the public may come in contact with
the treated pole shall not be treated with Vapam
or any other toxic material.
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