Using chemicals safely
Have a look at the sample label for an herbicide. Each number matches a description, given below, of the type of information you will find on the label of a chemical.
CAUTION (1)
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN (1)
READ SAFETY DIRECTIONS BEFORE OPENING OR USING (1)
GLYPHOSATE (2)
ACTIVE CONSTITUENT: 450g/L GLYPHOSATE (3)
A non- selective herbicide (3)
S5 (4)
DIRECTIONS FOR USE: READ ATTACHED BOOKLET BEFORE USING (5)
Rinse with water and seek medical attention (6)
SUN CHEMICALS PTY LIMITED (7)
Safety directions.
When preparing the herbicide for use wear elbow-length PVC gloves, and goggles or face shield. After use and before eating, drinking or smoking wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with soap and water.
Name of chemical.
A non-selective herbicide for use on young weeds and plants.
Active constituent.
The main ingredient used to make this herbicide and the one that does the killing
Directions for use.
For pampas grass under 1m tall mix 10mL of glyphosate per Litre (L). It takes two or three weeks, even longer sometimes, for the effects of the herbicide to be visible on perennial weeds. Moderately toxic to aquatic life.
Do not spray in high winds. Spray drift can cause damage.
Poison schedule
Schedule: S5
Signal word: Caution
Hazard rating: Low or slight
Label statement: Caution. Keep out of reach of children.
Schedule: S6
Signal word: Poison
Hazard rating: Medium or moderate
Label statement: Poison. Not to be taken. Keep out of reach of children. Read safety directions before opening.Schedule: S7
Signal word: Dangerous poison
Hazard rating: High or extreme
Label statement: Dangerous poison. Not to be taken. Keep out of reach of children. Read safety directions before opening.First aid.
If in eyes, rinse with water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Manufacturer.
Obtain the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from the manufacturer.
