It's hard to believe, but in our own home we hide an arsenal of dangerous products that can lead to death, read below a common accident that can leave a person without one of the senses:
Mixing cleaning products: washing powder, ammonia, bleach, and using this mixture to sanitize closed environments such as bathrooms is very common. However, the chemical reaction resulting from the junction of these substances manifests itself with the appearance of an asphyxiating smoke, within a few moments it affects the eyes, nose, and can lead to loss of smell and eyesight. See how serious it is? The closed environment does not allow toxic vapors to escape.
Follow now some important tips:
1. One of the main causes of domestic accidents is the misuse of cleaning products. Reserve an exclusive place for hazardous products such as: bleach, oven cleaner, products with ammonia, alcohol, among others. The ideal would be a locker with lock to prevent children from touching this material.
2. Use safety equipment when handling toxic products: apron to protect the body, rubber gloves to avoid contact with hands and safety glasses for the eyes, these are protectors that prevent burns to the skin and blindness.
3. Before using a chemical for cleaning, carefully read its label with directions on how to use it safely.
ATTENTION to this symbol:
Do not stop now... There's more after the advertising ;)
He says the product is toxic and can lead to death.
4. Another accident that frequently occurs involves volatile products such as alcohol, in this case the warning symbol is as follows:
Never leave products that have this symbol on their label near stoves, fireplaces, grills, etc.
If these procedures are performed, you will avoid accidents and protect your family.
By Líria Alves
Graduated in Chemistry
Brazil School Team
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SOUZA, Líria Alves de. "Care for Chemicals"; Brazil School. Available in: https://brasilescola.uol.com.br/quimica/cuidados-com-produtos-quimicos.htm. Accessed on June 28, 2021.
