Pests

Biological Hazards

Dangers

These are usually found in foods. 

Toxins come from plants, fungi, bacteria, algae, and animals. Some of the different forms of toxins are Mycotoxins, Blue-Green Algae Products and Microcystins, Hypoglycin A and Ackee Fruit, Algal and Bacterial Toxins.

Vectors that come from mosquitoes, ticks, rodents, and other animals can produce the Zika virus, Lyme disease, and rabies 

Cockroaches and other pests found indoors can set off an individual’s allergic reactions.

Some examples of these types of things are bacteria, viruses, prions, and protozoans

This substance is commonly used in products designed to repel moths both indoors and outdoors, but it poses a serious risk as it has been shown to cause cancer in animals.

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Pesticides

These are usually used by people who grow plants in order to help strengthen their products. Although they are helpful, they can cause an immense amount of harm due to the toxins that are in them such as semi-volatile organic compounds. This can cause a plethora of bodily tissues such as skin irritation and result in symptoms like headaches and dizziness.

Dust mites

These are usually found in the home but feed on people and animals flakes of dead skin, or dander, and are usually found indoors in mattresses, bedding, upholstered furniture, carpets, and curtains. They have a huge effect on the way that a person’s allergies can worsen

How to Limit & Avoid an Indoor Gas Danger

Keep them from coming indoors.

The primary goal is to block any potential entry points that pests could use to access your home. Seal, cover, or close off any gaps or openings. Additionally, keep your home clean and organized, as cluttered and untidy spaces often attract pests seeking shelter.

IPM

This type of chemical is a safer way to keep pests safe when spraying it in the home. This chemical doesn’t have any toxins in it but only safe solutions for people to use.

Pesticides

To eliminate and lessen the possibility of getting hurt by pesticides, be sure to read the label entirely before using the chemical. Figure out ways to dilute the chemical so it’s not as strong once sprayed outdoors, and don’t use as much indoors unless you truly need it.

Dust Mites

To limit the amount of dust mites in the home, you can change the humidity levels in the home by looking into dehumidifiers or air conditioners. Another way is to make sure your home is clean but mainly your bedroom. Take particular looks into the mattresses and pillows and try to use synthetic materials because they usually don’t go to those certain types of bedding.

Cockroaches

Cockroaches usually come when things are dirty and unorganized so ensuring that you have a safe space that is free of dirt, organized, tidy, and clean with little to no food left behind will ensure that they don’t make their way into your space.

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