Many household products found in your home are potentially hazardous substances. Because of their chemical nature, they can burn, poison, ignite, or be harmful to users when handled improperly. Many common indoor and outdoor household products have the potential to be hazardous. Improper usage or storage of hazardous household products can result in harm to people and animals who come in contact by drinking, eating, touching, or breathing these products. The environment can also be adversely affected by the improper use of these products.
Pesticides are chemicals used for killing undesirable plants and animals.
Pesticides, widely used in our society, have become undesirable themselves. Though pesticides and their use are regulated by the federal government, the average consumer can help by reducing the amount of pesticides they use for personal consumption. Labels Following label instructions closely to minimize the hazards and maximize the benefits from the use of hazardous products. Store hazardous household products away from children and pets. Place these items on top shelves, in locked cabinets, or in other secured locations.