Termites play havoc with a house's woodwork and eventually can render a structure unsafe. That's why products such as Bora-Care insecticide exist. However, Bora-Care must be handled properly so that it doesn't injure humans as well as pests.
Usage and Targets
Bora-Care is for interior and exterior use to prevent and control termites, carpenter ants, wood-destroying beetles and decay fungi.
Safe Handling
Anyone handling Bora-Care must wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, socks, shoes, chemical-resistant gloves and protective eyewear. For use in confined spaces, proper ventilation is key, although if ventilation isn't available, use a National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health-approved respirator for organic vapor protection.
Contamination Hazards
Any spill should be cleaned up with a damp cloth or absorbed with the appropriate materials. Bora-Care should not be applied to cropland, growing plants, soil or water. Equipment wash water should be disposed of properly to prevent water contamination.
Eye Irritant
Bora-Care may cause eye irritation, including burning, tearing and redness. In the event of eye contact, the eyes should be immediately flushed with water, and medical attention sought if the irritation persists. Bora-Care is generally nonirritating to skin.
Inhalation
Breathing large amounts of vapors or the mist may cause nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and irritation of the nose and through. Any pre-existing lung condition may also be aggravated by exposure to Bora-Care.
Ingestion
Bora-Care is slightly toxic to humans, with large amounts causing nausea, mental sluggishness and eventually difficulty breathing, heart failure, kidney and brain damage--and potentially death. Victims should seek immediate medical attention and induce vomiting. Unconscious victims should be placed on their left side with their head down.
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