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Safety Data Sheet
GREY SQUIRREL BAIT
Identification of the preparation
GREY SQUIRREL BAIT. A ready to use bait to control grey squirrels.
and the supplying Company
Killgerm Chemicals Ltd, Denholme Drive, Ossett, West Yorkshire, WF5 9NA. Tel: +44 (0)1924 268450 Fax: (0)1924 265033 Email: [email protected] Composition and information on
ingredients
Warfarin-sodium T. Toxic 129.06.6 0.021%w/w R48/25. R52. Hazard identification
Main Hazards Grey Squirrel Bait is not classified as hazardous. Large quantities would need to be ingested to produce a toxic effect. Avoid all contact by mouth. Practically non-hazardous by skin contact. Symptoms of poisoning: Spontaneous haemorrhage from the nose, into the skin or internal organs. Onset may be delayed. First Aid: If any of the above symptoms occur, particularly if there is known contamination (including on previous occasions): Stop work. Remove all contaminated clothing, wash exposed skin and hair. Prevent all exertion. Call doctor AT ONCE and show label. Guide to doctor: This product contains warfarin, an anticoagulant. Treatment: 1. Vitamin K1 (phytomenadione) 10-20mg orally (pro rata for children). Repeat daily until 2. In severe cases, transfusion of fresh, frozen plasma or blood may be indicated together 3. In some cases, symptoms may reappear if treatment is stopped prematurely. Prothrombin time should be monitored for 2 weeks after stopping vitamin K1. Confirmation of diagnosis: By estimating prothrombin time. This product is hazardous to mammals including domesticated animals, and birds if ingested. Exposure of non-target animals should be prevented. First Aid measures
Wash out mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention. Remove from exposure. Obtain medical advice if symptoms develop. Wash out eye with plenty of water. Obtain medical advice if necessary. For comprehensive medical advice on the treatment of poisoning, contact the nearest Poisons Information Centre. See box 3 above for Symptoms, treatment, etc. Fire-fighting measures
This product is non-flammable, but is combustible. Use water spray, foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Cool the smouldering material with water spray to minimise the possibility of re-ignition. Keep containers and surroundings cool with water spray. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Spillages
Any spillages should be cleared up immediately and disposed of safely. Wash contaminated Handling and Storage
The product must be used and stored only in accordance with the product label. Refer also to the section ‘Exposure Controls/Personal Protection’. Avoid all contact by mouth. Wash hands and exposed skin before meals and after work. Empty container completely and dispose of safely. Keep in original container under cool and dry conditions in a secure, well-ventilated place, inaccessible to children, and away from foodstuffs and animal feedstuffs. Store and transport away from products which may have an odour. Safety Data Sheet
GREY SQUIRREL BAIT
Exposure controls and personal
PPE ITEM IN
USE SPILLAGE
protection
Half mask respirator to EN140 plus P class filter to EN 143 to required (nominal) protection factor (minimum). Physical and chemical
properties
Stability and Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions. Shelf-life 2 years. Toxicological information
Ecological information
This product is hazardous to mammals including domesticated animals, and birds if ingested. Exposure of non-target animals should be prevented. Disposal considerations
Empty completely. Dispose of as Controlled Waste – classification non-hazardous. EWC code 15 01 02. Dispose of as Controlled Waste – classification non-hazardous. Dispose of as Controlled Waste – classification non-hazardous. Dispose of as Controlled Waste – classification non-hazardous. Dispose of as Controlled Waste – classification non-hazardous. EWC code 02 01 02. Transport information
Regulatory information
Not classified as hazardous. FOR USE ONLY AS IN VERTEBRATE CONTROL. Approved under The Control of Pesticides Regulations 1986 for the control of grey squirrels. Approval Number: MAPP no 13020. Approved under the Control of Pesticides Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1987. For the Statutory Conditions Relating to Use and Precautions please refer to the product label. Refer to other relevant measures such as the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974 and the COSHH regulations and guidance. This preparation has been classified in accordance with The Chemicals (Hazard Information and Packaging for Supply) Regulations 2002: CHIP 3. These implement the Dangerous Preparations Directive- 99/35/EC. This Safety Data Sheet complies with CHIP 3 requirements and the Safety Data Sheets Directive 91/155/EEC (as amended by Directives 93/112/EC and 2001/58/EC). The information contained in this data sheet does not constitute the user's own assessment of workplace risks as required by legislation. Other information
For use only as specified on the label. Data on ingredient risk phrases: - R48/25 – Toxic, danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure if swallowed. R61 – May cause harm to unborn child. R52 – Harmful to aquatic organisms. The information in this data sheet should be considered when undertaking a risk assessment under the COSHH regulations. A data sheet does not constitute a COSHH assessment. This product contains a red warning dye. The information contained within this data sheet is strictly for general guidance only and should not be relied upon over and above this. This data sheet is intended to provide general health and safety guidance on the handling, storage and transportation of the preparation. The information provided in this data sheet is accurate at the date of publication and will be updated as and when appropriate. No liability will be accepted by Killgerm Chemicals Limited for any loss, injury or damage arising from any failure to comply with the information and advice contained within this data sheet and/or failure to comply with the manufacturer’s guidelines, product label data and any associated technical usage literature.
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