Unit 3: Health Education Unit 3: Health Education
Harmful Substances
Harmful Substances
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 Activity2:Safetymeasureswhenhandlingharmfulsubstances
Read the table on good handling practices and complete the exercise.
Remember this important rule: Children should never use any harmful substance.
1.List3precautionstobetaken:
a. When using harmful substances.
(i) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(ii) …………………………………………………………………………………………………….
(iii) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………
Beforehandlingtheproducts
Wear appropriate gloves when handling chemicals. Use a face mask.
Use an over-all or a plastic apron to protect yourself.
Make sure that there is proper ventilation when using harmful substances.
Storageofproducts
Store chemicals safely and out of reach of children.
Keep harmful substances under lock.
Ensure that the storage area is well-ventilated and out of direct sunlight.
Afterusingtheproducts
Wash your hands properly after using these substances, especially before
eating, drinking or going to the toilet.
Wash boots, clothing and gloves immediately and thoroughly after use.
Avoid touching yourself (e.g. Scratching your nose or rubbing arms).
You may get skin irritation.