(Entertainment-NewsWire.com, March 02, 2015 ) Camp Hill, PA -- Glow Sticks contain two non- toxic chemicals that produce light when combined. They cannot be turned off when they light. They are mostly used for recreation purposes although sometimes the army, police and firefighters use it for lighting. Glow sticks are very popular with kids. They are usually labeled as non-toxic. Nevertheless, most parents often wonder if the chemical inside is safe or not. Here are some safety tips to observe while using glow sticks.
Read instructions before use
Glow sticks come with instructions from the manufacturers. These instructions are meant to inform the user on how to light, store and dispose them. It is advisable to read and understand these instructions before use especially if one has never used them before. This will minimize the possibility of an accident occurring.
Glow sticks are not for small children and pets
Glow sticks are popular at children parties. They are also helpful in providing lighting when children are playing in the dark. It is recommendable to have adult supervising kids while they play with glow sticks. Children under three should not be allowed to play with glow sticks at all. As for the pets, they tend to bite glow sticks and ingest glow sticks chemicals which can harm them. In case this occurs, the pet should be given milk and taken to the vet for further check up. Wash the pet to prevent re ingestion since pets tend to lick themselves. Additionally, pets can swallow the glass vial that is broken during activation.
Avoid contact with glow sticks chemicals
The chemicals inside the glow sticks that produce light are considered non-toxic and non-flammable. There is no danger or possibility of coming into contact with these chemical under normal circumstances unless the glass vial is broken. However, ingesting the chemicals or contact with the eyes should be avoided at all cost. This is because there is a possibility that they can cause irritation. It is a terrifying experience when the child starts to glow in one's mouth. In case the child ingests these chemicals, rinse their mouth with water, give them some milk and keep them calm before calling the poison centre.
Dispose carefully after use
As discussed above, glow sticks do not pose a great danger to kids and pets. However, if the chemicals inside them are consumed intentionally or unintentionally they can cause health risks. Do not break the glass vial. If it breaks, dispose the glow stick immediately. Since they cannot be re used it is important to dispose them in a garbage bag immediately after use.
Remove glow stick chemicals from clothes after spillage
Any chemical spillage on the clothes should be thoroughly washed out or they could leave a stain. Soaking the garment in oxygen based bleach will aid to wipe up the stain.
Glow sticks do not emit actual heat and pose no danger of causing fires. Glow sticks chemicals are non toxic but if ingested they can cause burning sensations. Contact with the skin will also cause discomfort. To ensure safe use, follow manufacturer's instructions and dispose in the garbage after use.
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