| Document ID (ISN) | 107371 |
| CIS number |
07-1422 |
| ISBN(s) |
92-4-151052-8 |
| Year |
1991 |
| Convention or series no. |
HSG 52
|
| Author(s) |
International Programme on Chemical Safety (IPCS) |
| Title |
Diquat - Health and safety guide |
| Bibliographic information |
World Health Organization, Distribution and Sales Service, 1211 Genève 27, Switzerland, 1991. 31p. Illus. 20 ref. |
| Internet access |
http://www.inchem.org/documents/hsg/hsg/hsg052.htm [in English]
|
| Abstract |
This document provides practical guidance on the application of exposure limitation guidelines contained in Environmental Health Criteria 39 (see CIS 86-214). Contents: identity and uses of diquat; human health hazards; health surveillance and first aid; safety in storage and use; environmental hazards; summary of chemical safety information for use in the workplace; current regulations and guidelines. Diquat is toxic and can be fatal if swallowed. It is irritating to the skin, eyes and respiratory system; concentrated material may cause blisters and affect nails. |
| Descriptors (primary) |
IPCS; health hazards; health engineering; diquat |
| Descriptors (secondary) |
disposal of harmful waste; irritants; ILO; UNEP; WHO; labelling; data sheet; permissible levels; first aid; containment of spills; fire protection; legislation; storage |
| Document type |
F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards |
| Country / State or Province | WHO |
| Subject(s) |
Toxic and dangerous substances
|
| Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
|
| Browse category(ies) |
Heterocyclic compounds
|
