Health and Safety Issues

Q: What protective clothing should I wear to protect myself?

A: Always follow ALL the instructions on the label. This will give you directions on what to wear to ensure maximum safety for yourself and your workers.

Q: Where do I find information about storing and disposing of a chemical?

A: On the label.

Q:. Where can I get additional information about chemical safety?

A: You can obtain a "material safety data sheet" (MSDS) from your supplier when you purchase products. Suppliers are required to have these sheets available. If they are not available you should obtain a copy from the product manufacturer or from one of the websites linked from this website and also report it to the OH&S authority in your State or Territory.

Q: My dog has swallowed a (type) of bait. What do I need to do?

A: Take your animal immediately to the vet. Tell your vet what is on the chemical label or preferably take the product container with you.

Q: I have given an animal a veterinary chemical product and it has suffered an adverse reaction. Should I report this?

A: Definitely. Let the APVMA, your chemical supplier and the chemical manufacturer know.

The APVMA has Adverse Experience Reporting Programs for agricultural and veterinary products. These provide a national mechanism for collating, analysing and reporting adverse experiences with a view to developing better use practices and preventing avoidable side effects.