BeetleBeta 125 SC Insecticide

Tips For Use

Restraints:

• Do not apply spray treatment outdoors if rain is imminent or if the area is about to be irrigated (unless indicated in the Directions for Use).
• Use in food processing areas is limited to crack, crevice and barrier strip treatment only.

Precautions:

• For surface treatment only – do not spray into the atmosphere using foggers or other devices designed to create an aerosol.
• Use in food processing areas is limited to crack, crevice and barrier strip treatment only.
• When using in animal houses, do not spray directly onto livestock, their food, water, litter, feed bins or surfaces that are accessible to the stock.
• Do not spray directly on humans, exposed food, food utensils or food preparation areas.
• Avoid contact of spray with timber to which a stain is subsequently to be applied unless the owner is notified that the timber will need additional preparation, consistent with that if water alone had contacted the timber. (Evidence of water contact on timber is sometimes only seen once the stain has been applied).

Before Use:

• Remove or cover all exposed foodstuffs.
• Cover all dishes and utensils and surfaces where food is prepared.

After Use:

• Thoroughly ventilate treated areas.
• Clean up thoroughly before processing or serving resumes.

Re-Entry Period:

• Do not enter treated areas until the spray has dried.

Use As A Residual Surface Treatment For Control Of Stored Product Pests:

The following measures should be observed:

• Ensure food items in the store are not exposed to the spray.
• If necessary, remove food items from the area to be treated.
• Allow all treated surfaces to dry before replacing food items.
• Where possible, avoid spraying actual surfaces in which food is likely to contact directly.
• Do not allow spray to contact food packaging material.
• Discard any foodstuff accidentally contaminated with the spray solution.

Mixing:

• Before pouring, shake the container vigorously, then add the required quantity of BeetleBeta 125 SC Insecticide to the water while stirring.

Application:

• Do not spray the moving parts of machinery, electric motors, or switch gear with this water-based product.

Note on application to carpets:

• Whilst carpets are regarded as porous surfaces, an excessive liquid application may produce water stains. Therefore, the non-porous surface rate should be adopted if possible. Hence, the 5 L dilution rate (per 100 m²) should be sufficient for short pile carpet.
• For long pile or shag carpet, the 10 L dilution rate (per 100 m²) may be required to ensure effective penetration and application to the entire carpet pile.
  Since carpets vary in thickness, colour and material, it is recommended that a small, inconspicuous area of carpet be sprayed and allowed to dry first to ensure that staining will not occur.
• Allow treated carpets to dry before resuming activity on them.
• BeetleBeta has been used on a wide range of plant species without damage. However, some species and varieties are particularly sensitive to chemical sprays.
• As this sensitivity is often related to local conditions, it is advisable to treat only a small number of plants first in order to ascertain their reaction before treating the whole target group.

Protection Of Livestock:

• Do not spray directly onto livestock or near livestock feed and water.

Protection Of Wildlife, Fish, Crustaceans And the Environment:

• Very toxic to aquatic life.
• Cover fish tanks before using.
• Do not contaminate wetlands or watercourses with this product or used containers.

Storage:

• Store in the original container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
• Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.

Safety Directions:

• Harmful if absorbed by skin contact, inhaled, or swallowed.
• Avoid contact with skin.
• Do not inhale vapour and spray mist.
• When preparing the spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, elbow-length PVC gloves and half face-piece respirator.
• Wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, and rubber gloves when using the prepared spray.
• 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, respirator, if rubber wash with detergent and warm water, and contaminated clothing.

First Aid:

• If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or the Poisons Information Centre.
• Phone Australia 131126.
• Remove from contaminated area.
• Apply artificial respiration if not breathing.
• For further information, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

This information and product advice is not intended as advice or recommendations for any specific use or circumstance. You should seek specialist advice before using any product. Always follow the manufacturer’s guidelines. Specialist Sales liability is limited.​