00 .. ... Danger of Poisoning If Oil Is Ingested/Absorbed Through the Skin

00 Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin





Danger of poisoning!
Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!

Possible symptoms are:
- Headaches
- Dizziness
- Stomach aches
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Cramps/fits
- Unconsciousness





Protective measures/rules of conduct:
* Pour oil only into appropriately marked containers
* Do not pour oil into drinking vessels (drinks bottles, glasses, cups or mugs)
* Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures:





* Do not induce vomiting.

If the person affected is still conscious, he/she must rinse out their mouth with water, drink plenty of water and consult a doctor immediately.

If the person affected is unconscious, do not administer anything by mouth, place the person in the recovery position and seek immediate medical attention.