Chemical Gasses & Vapors
Chemical gasses and vapors can have significant, detrimental health
impacts. Even short-term exposure to a meth Lab can lead to serious
respiratory problems.
Phospine, iodine, and hydrogen chloride are all noxious gasses that are
by-products in the production of meth.
Chemical Vapors in Active Lab
|
Chemical |
% OSHA |
|
Phosphine |
1,000% |
|
Iodine |
130% |
|
Hydrogen Chloride (HCL) |
487% |
Phosphine
Phosphine Exposure
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Phosphine is always a gas at room temperature.
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Complete ventilation of a house over a period of several days will
eliminate most residue.
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Primarily a hazard for first responders.
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Not considered to be a long-term hazard for occupants.
Hydrogen Chloride and Iodine
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Both are upper respiratory irritants.
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Hydrogen chloride comes off of the cooking process.
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Iodine generally leaves an irritating residue.
* National Jewish Hospital 2003 Study
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Meth Lab Exposure
Fire & Explosion
Meth production is a highly explosive process.
Residues
Toxins contaminate surfaces, drains, ventilation
systems, and the people exposed.
Using
Meth
Addiction Recovery
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counseling services.
Side Effects of Using
Short- and long-term health impacts are significant,
often fatal.
How to ID a Meth Lab
Warning signs a lab maybe in your community.
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