- Cyanide | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
Cyanide is a fast acting and potentially deadly chemical Signs and symptoms of ammonia exposure depend on how much you were exposed to Get away from the area, get clean, and get medical care if exposed
- Poisonous Plants and Work | Outdoor | CDC
Types Identifying poisonous plants The old saying “Leaves of three, let it be!” is a helpful reminder for identifying poison ivy and poison oak However, it does not apply to poison sumac, which usually has clusters of 7–13 leaves In some species, poison ivy and poison oak may also have more than three leaves Their appearance may also vary depending upon the species, the local
- Workplace Carbon Monoxide Hazards | Carbon Monoxide | CDC
Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poisonous gas that can harm or kill workers Employers, workers, and equipment users can take precautions to prevent CO poisonings
- Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Basics | Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | CDC
Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause sudden illness and death if inhaled Find quick facts about CO poisoning and what can be done to prevent it
- Venomous Snakes at Work | Outdoor | CDC
Venomous snakes can be dangerous to outdoor workers Although most people do not die from snake bites, there can be lasting effects Employers and workers can take actions to stay safe
- Phosgene | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
Phosgene is a toxic gas or liquid that can cause damage to the skin, eyes, nose, throat, and lungs Signs and symptoms depend on how the amount of phosgene, how the person was exposed, and for how long If you were exposed, get clean and get medical care
- Ricin | Chemical Emergencies | CDC
Ricin is a natural poison that can harm the body Signs and symptoms of ricin poisoning depend on whether ricin was breathed in, swallowed, or injected If you were exposed, get medical care
- NIOSH Fast Facts: Protecting Yourself from Poisonous Plants
Poisonous plants, from left to right: poison ivy, poison oak, poison sumac Images courtesy of U S Department of Agriculture Protect Yourself Wear long sleeves, long pants, boots, and gloves Wash exposed clothing separately in hot water with detergent Barrier skin creams, such as lotion containing bentoquatum, may offer some protection
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