When can a sulfur bomb harm yourself and others: mistakes that turn a bomb into a chemical weapon

06.01.2023 10:27

Many summer residents use a sulfur candle to clear the premises of insect pests and the larvae they leave behind.

In addition, according to the expert of the online publication Belnovosti, scientist-agronomist, landscape designer Anastasia Kovrizhnykh , the product is popular in the fight against rodents and pathogens of numerous diseases.

Despite its proven effectiveness, sulfur candles still cause accidents.

This happens due to lack of knowledge of safety precautions when using a checker.

The most basic thing that should not be forgotten is the need to use protective equipment. Remember: sulfur candles have no place in living quarters.

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In addition, its use in chicken coops, cowsheds, beekeeping sheds, etc. is prohibited.

Since the smoke is extremely toxic, you should never be in the room while the smoke bomb is burning.

Finally, it should be remembered that the treatment of a personal basement in a common storage facility cannot be carried out without the consent of all owners, since the smoke will inevitably enter the neighboring basements.

Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Editor of Internet resources