5.2 Exposure to pesticides resulting in illness
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5.2 Exposure to pesticides resulting in illness

  5.2.1 In the case of exposure to pesticides and subsequent illness, medical advice should be sought immediately. Information on poisoning may be found in the Medical First Aid Guide for Use in Accidents Involving Dangerous Goods (MFAG) or on the package (manufacturer’s instructions and safety precautions on the label or the package itself).

Parent topic: 5 Safety Precautions – General
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