00 Danger of poisoning if oil is ingested/absorbed through the skin

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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.