Knowing how to handle household products containing hazardous materials or chemicals can reduce the risk of injury.
- ONLY STORE HOUSEHOLD CHEMICALS IN PLACES CHILDREN CAN'T GET TO THEM
- Save the national poison control number in your cell phone and post it next to landlines in your home (800) 222-1222
- Keep products containing hazardous materials in their original containers
- Never store hazardous products in food containers
- Never use hair spray, cleaning solutions, paint products, or pesticides near an open flame
- Dispose of hazardous materials correctly
If there is a danger of fire or explosion during a household chemical emergency:
- Stay upwind and away from the residence to avoid breathing toxic fumes
- Recognize and respond to symptoms of toxic poisoning including:
- Difficulty breathing
- Irritation of the eyes, skin, throat, or respiratory tract
- Changes in skin color
- Headache or blurred vision
- Dizziness, clumsiness, or lack of coordination
- Cramps or diarrhea
For more tips to limit your exposure to hazardous household chemicals, please contact the Carbondale Office of Emergency Management at (618) 457-3234 or visit Ready.gov