ALERT: ILLEGAL USE OF DDVP IN APARTMENT BUILDINGS

INSTRUCTIONS FOR BUILDING SUPERINTENDENTS AND PROPERTY MANAGERS

Background

Pesticides are poisons that are used
to control pests. Resi-
dents may not be
aware that to be
legally sold or
distributed in
the United
States,
most

pesticides
must be
registered
by the U.S.
Environmen-
tal Protection
Agency (EPA).
Instructions for
their proper use must
also be included on the label.

Health Risks from
Illegal Use of DDVP
in Apartments

These illegal, unregistered pesticides
can be dangerous to you, your family
and your neighbors. Anyone exposed
to DDVP could experience heavy
sweating, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea,

When people are bothered by pests
bed bugs, cockroaches and rodents
- they sometimes use products they
receive from neighbors or friends who
have brought them into the United
States from other countries. Illegal,
unregistered pesticides, like those
pictured, can be very dangerous.

Products such as those pictured that
say "SNIPER" or "NOPEST" on the
label contain dichlorvos, also known
as DDVP. These products are being
brought into the country and illegally
sold or distributed for use against
insects and other pests. EPA has
restricted the use of products con-
taining DDVP and other organophos-
phates because of the dangers they
present to human health.

drowsiness, extreme tiredness, or
headache. Exposure to large amounts
can even cause convulsions and
coma. Children, especially, can get
sick from DDVP and other illegal pes
ticides. These unregistered products
should not be used for any reason
and should be disposed in a safe
manner in accordance with state and
local requirements.

important:

DDVP products in containers like
those pictured are not registered
with EPA and selling or distributing
them is against the law.

Always look for an EPA
registration number on the label
of any pesticide product you buy or
use, and always buy pesticides at a
reputable store.

What to Do in Case
of Exposure

If you see someone overcome by
DDVP fumes, move that person to
fresh air or open a window and call
911. Administer mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation if the person has
stopped breathing, and CPR if the
heart has stopped (chest compres-
sion alone is acceptable). If clothing
or skin has come in direct contact
with DDVP, remove af-
fected clothing and
rinse skin with
plenty of water
for 15-20
minutes.

Proper DDVP Handling, Storage,
Cleanup and Disposal

If you work in a housing complex and tenants have brought
you bottles of Sniper or Nopest for disposal - or if you are
for any reason exposed to DDVP - wearing this persona!
protective equipment will help keep you safe while handling
it:

® Protective eye wear (goggles or face shield);

•	Long-sleeved shirts, long pants, shoes and socks;

•	Chemical-resistant gloves and headgear; and

•	A NIOSH-approved respirator with either:

•	An organic vapor-removing cartridge with a
pre filter approved for pesticides,

•	A canister approved for pesticides, or

•	An organic vapor-removing cartridge with a
pre filter.

If full PPE is not available, wear at least a face mask, gloves
and clothing that covers you as much as possible. Treat
these products as dangerous even if there is no sign of

leakage. Wrap in heavy plastic
and put into another bag with
dirt, sand or kitty litter. You do not
want children or other residents
accidentally opening or coming in
contact with the contents. If your com-
munity has a hazardous waste disposal
event, store the bag out of the reach of children
until it can be dropped off at the event. You should also
contact your local waste management facility to find out
where to dispose of this hazardous waste.

If a container is leaking, it is important to confine the leak
as quickly and safely as possible. Do not pour contents
down the drain! Using the personal protective equipment
mentioned above (or a face mask and gloves at minimum),
double-bag the bottle(s) in heavyweight plastic. If possible,
add dirt, sand or kitty litter to absorb any leaking material.
After you have wrapped up the leaky bottle(s), determine if
anyone has been exposed and provide first aid or call 911.
Contact your local waste management facility to find out
where to dispose of this hazardous waste.

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