TB 09 Organic Phosphates - Insecticides

Question 1

TB 09 Organic Phosphates - Insecticides

The most commonly used of the group of insecticides, parathion, is a by-product of the development of war gas by the Germans in World War II, and has been referred to as “nerve gas.”

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Question 2

TB 09 Organic Phosphates - Insecticides

Organic phosphate insecticides are readily absorbed through the skin, mouth, mucous membranes of the eyes and respiratory tract.

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Question 3

TB 09 Organic Phosphates - Insecticides

Headache, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, increased salivation, flow of tears and sweating may result from exposure.

The pupils of the eye become smaller and vision is impaired. The muscles in the eyelids and tongue may twitch, ‘ followed by generalized muscle spasms of the entire body.

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Question 4

TB 09 Organic Phosphates - Insecticides

Organic Phosphates

Atropine is the antidote.

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Question 5

TB 09 Organic Phosphates - Insecticides

Contact by eyes may cause temporary blindness. Flush with water immediately and continue for at least ____ minutes.

Answer 5

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Question 6

TB 09 Organic Phosphates - Insecticides

Contact with bare skin must be avoided. Full protective clothing including rubber boots, gloves, goggles and self-contained breathing apparatus should be worn.

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Question 7

TB 09 Organic Phosphates - Insecticides

High or sustained heat will break down and destroy these compounds. Low heat, 200* to 240* F. can break down the product to form a gas. This gas is highly toxic.

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