Can damage and destroy cells and chromosomal material. Dangers of hazardous household products Health problems and injuries Mixtures of some hazardous products can produce dangerous vapors, explosions or fires. Products containing acid or lye can burn skin, eyes or respiratory passages. Exposure to some pesticides, paints and solvents can cause weakness, confusion, dizziness, irritability, headaches, nausea, sweating, tremor and convulsions. Repeated exposure to some chemicals can cause cancer or birth defects.
Hazardous materials placed in the garbage can seriously injure sanitation workers.
Poisoning Every day children and pets become ill or die from eating or drinking toxic products in the home. Though toxic, they may look or taste appealing. Because we spend 80 to 90 percent of our time inside, indoor air pollution can have significant effects on our health. Many household products we use can contribute to making indoor air two to five times more polluted than outside air. In some cases it can be as much as 100 times more polluted.