Phorate CG Insecticide

It is highly toxic, Systemic granular insecticide based on phorate. It has a light fumigant action also.

Plant Protection Equipment
This ready made formulation may be applied by broadcasting soil application by hand operated granule application or leaf whorl application.

Storage

• The packages containing the insecticides shall be stored in separate rooms or premises away form the rooms or premises used for storing other articles particularly food articles or shall be kept in separated almirah under lock and key depending on the quantity and the nature of the insecticide.
• The store rooms should be well lit well built, ventilated and of sufficient dimensions to avoid contamination with vapour. The conditions or the store should be dry and cool.

• Packages or surplus material and washing from the machines and containers shall be disposed off in a safe manner so as to prevent environmental or water pollution.
• The used packages shall not be left out side to prevent their use.
• The packages shall be broken and buried away from habitation.

• Avoid inhalation and skin contact while diluting because of spillages or splashes. Do not mix with bare hands.
• The user should use full protective clothing which includes rubber gloves rubber boots. Face should be covered with dust mask or respirator.

• Atropinize the patient immediately and maintain full atropinization by repeated doses or 2 to 4 mg at 5 to 10 minutes interval for hours together. The need for further atropine administration is indicated by the continuance of symptoms. As much as 25 to 50 mg may be required in a day. The extent of salivation is a useful criterion to follow in adjusting the dosage of atropine
• Administer 1-2 gm of 2-pyridine-2-aldoxine-N-Methyl-iodine (2 PAM) diluted in 10 CC, distilled water and injected intravenously, very slowly taking 10-15 minutes.