00 Danger of Poisoning If Oil Is Ingested/Absorbed Through the Skin

Danger of poisoning! 

Ingesting oil or absorbing through the skin may cause poisoning!

Possible symptoms are: 

• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Stomach aches
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Cramps/fits
• Unconsciousness

Protective measures/rules of conduct: 

• Pour oil only into appropriately marked containers
• Do not  pour oil into drinking vessels (drinks bottles, glasses, cups or mugs)
• Observe country-specific safety regulations

First aid measures: 

• Do not induce vomiting.

  If the person affected is still conscious, he/she must rinse out their mouth with water, drink plenty of water and consult a doctor immediately.

  If the person affected is unconscious, do not administer anything by mouth, place the person in the recovery position and seek immediate medical attention.