Venom Professional 240SC Insecticide

Tips For Use

Restraints

• Do not use this product at less than the indicated label rates.
• Do not apply to soils if excessively wet or immediately after heavy rain, to avoid run-off of the chemical.
• Do not use in cavity walls, except via certified cavity infill reticulation systems or direct treatment of nests.
• Do not apply to mud, sand, mangrove or aquatic habitat.
• Do not apply as an ultra-low volume (ULV) or via thermal fogging treatment.
• Do not use where predatory mites are established and providing effective mite control.
• Do not apply if rainfall is expected before spray deposits dry on leaf surfaces.

Mixing instructions

• Add the required quantity to water in the spray tank and mix thoroughly.
• Maintain agitation during both mixing and application.
• For termite work, add a marker dye at label rates to help even application of the solution.
• On hard-to-wet soils, a soil surfactant at label rates may improve penetration of the termiticide solution.

Protection of wildlife, fish, crustaceans and the environment

• Dangerous to fish and aquatic organisms.
• Do not contaminate dams, rivers, streams, waterways or drains with product or the used container.

Protection of pets and livestock

• Do not spray directly on humans, pets or animals.
• Before spraying, remove animals and pets from the areas to be treated.
• Cover or remove fish ponds, aquariums and similar items before spraying.
• Avoid contact with food, utensils or preparation surfaces, and cover or remove any open food and water containers.
• Do not graze treated turf or lawn, and do not feed clippings from any treated area to poultry or livestock.
• Dangerous to bees. Do not spray any plants in flower when bees are foraging. Spray at night or in the early morning when bees are not actively foraging.

Storage and disposal

• Store in the closed, original container in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area, away from children, animals, food and feedstuffs.
• Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
• Do not store at temperatures below 5°C.
• In case of spillage, confine and absorb the product with sand, clay or cat litter. Dispose of waste according to Australian Standard 2507.
• Do not re-use empty containers.
• For 1 to 100 L containers, triple-rinse and add the rinsate to the spray tank. Do not dispose of undiluted chemical on site.
• A clean, dry container with the drumMUSTER logo visible can go to any drumMUSTER collection site, with the cap removed.

Safety directions

• Poisonous if swallowed.
• May irritate the eyes and skin.
• Repeated exposure may cause allergic disorders.
• Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
• For handheld application, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat and elbow-length PVC or nitrile gloves when opening the container and preparing spray.
• When using the prepared spray, wear protective waterproof clothing, elbow-length PVC or nitrile gloves and water-resistant footwear.
• For termite control in buildings and structures, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat and elbow-length PVC or nitrile gloves when mixing and spraying.
• After each day’s use, wash gloves and contaminated clothing. Wash hands after use.

First aid

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

This information and product advice are 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.