Spartan SC Sheep Blowfly Treatment

Tips For Use

General Directions:

• This product is designed for use on sheep with 6 weeks of wool growth (long wool).
• Dipping sheep heavily infested with grass seeds is not recommended.
• Heavy Rain following the application of this product could diminish the period of protection.
• If used in jetting races a reduced period of protection may result.

Mixing & Spray Preparation:

• Shake well before use spartan SC sheep blowfly treatment may settle after storage for some weeks.
• Stir product or invert the container several times before opening.
• Pour the liquid into the vat through a strainer to remove any particles or dry flakes, which may occur in hot storage conditions.
• The product may be blended with water and applied as a spray.
• Partly (30%) fill the tank with water.
• Put the required amount of spartan SC sheep blowfly treatment for the area to be sprayed into water containers.
• Add this correct amount of pre-mixed spartan SC sheep blowfly treatment into the tank with the agitation system operating.
• Fill up to the correct volume with water.
• The product is readily soluble in both soft and hard water.
• Tank mixtures should be tested for physical compatibility and efficacy before use.
• If tank mixing, spartan sc sheep blowfly treatment must be in suspension before adding other insecticides or surfactants.
• Wash equipment thoroughly after use.

Dilution Rate:

• Dilution rate 2 mL per 1 Litre of water (ie 400ml per 200 Litres or 2L per 1000L)

Maintenance Of Dips:

• Clean out dip, sump and spray lines thoroughly before charging.
• Disinfect with a registered bacteriostat at the manufacturer’s recommended rate.
• Do not use an old fouled wash.
• Shower dips should be emptied and cleaned out at the end of each day’s dipping.
• Plunge dips should be emptied and cleaned out within 5 days of charging and more frequently if conditions favour post-dipping lameness infection, except in WA where plunge dips and sumps should be emptied daily.
• Before use agitate well.
• Jetting: Jet the sheep at the onset of the fly wave with efficient equipment that is able to maintain the pressure of about 550 kPa. Use 300 to 400 kPa for lambs and ewes in lamb.
• Bacteriostat: This product does not contain a bacteriostat.
• For control of post-dipping infections, a registered bacteriostat should be added at the manufacturer’s recommended rate.

Restraints:

• Do not use on sheep which are producing or may in the future produce milk or milk products for human consumption.

Contraindications:

• This product is contraindicated for use on open wounds e.g. those resulting from marking or mulesing operations.
• This product is contraindicated for use on sheep with less than 6 weeks of wool as a reduced period of protection may result.
• Dipping sheep heavily infested with grass seeds is not recommended.
• Heavy rain following the application of this product could diminish the period of protection.
• If used in jetting races a reduced period of protection may result.

Sheep Rehandling Interval:

• After treatment wait until sheep are dry before rehandling.

Storage:

• Keep out of reach of children.
• Store below 30°C (room temperature).
• Store in the closed, original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
• Keep from contact with fertilisers, insecticides, fungicides and seeds.
• Do not re-use the container or dispose of undiluted chemicals on-site.
• Shake empty into the spray tank.

Safety Directions:

• May irritate the eyes and skin.
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
• When opening the container and preparing the spray/dip/dressing wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat and elbow-length PVC gloves.
• When using the prepared spray/dip/dressing wear protective waterproof clothing and PVC or rubber apron, elbow-length PVC gloves, face shield and water-resistant footwear.
• After use and before eating, drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with soap and water.
• After each day’s use wash gloves, face shield and contaminated clothing.

First Aid:

• If poisoning occurs contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia 131 126.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).