There are risks to this chemical, however there are also benefits.
Malathion Malathion is an organophosphate inseticide that was first registered for use in the USA by the Department of Agriculture in 1956 It is a colorless liquid with a skunk or garlic oder.
This product can be used in both agricultural and residential settings. It also can be found in some shampoos used to control head lice Human Health Risk Assessments Need to be conducted in steps with good planning before hand.
The planning process would include:
1 Who what and where is at risk The hazard concern on the environment How does exposure occur With exposure to the environmental hazard what does the body do, and how is it impacted by factors such as age, race, sex and genetics …show more content…
2 High sxposure may casue difficulty breathing, chest tightness, vomiting, cramps, diarrhea, watery eyes, blurred vision, salivation, sweating, headaches, dizziness, loss of consciousness and death.
There is no proof to these pesticides causing cancer, however increased ncidences of cancer have been found in those exposed to the chemical regularly.
No long term effects may take place if the person who is exposed is rapicdly treated appropriately.
No evidence has been provided to prove that malathion will effect a humans possibility of reproducing.
Step 2: Dose Response assessment When inhaled malathion is very low in its toxicity Scientists exposed qual to this pesticide to test its effect on the animals when inhaled.
QUAL: 3 showed reduced plasma CHe activity after exposure to concentrations of 34 mg/m3 or greater; no qual died or showed outward signs of toxicity Malathon is very low in toxicity when ingested. 4 This is due to the rapid carboxylesterase enzyme metabolism of the chemical.
When applied to the skin malathion is very low in toxicity Based on a study with guinea pigs malathion is not considered a skin …show more content…
Step 3: Exposure assesment EPA defines exposure as the contact between an agent and the visible exterior of a person.
What is the dose we are using of this pesticide in the community? To reduce the risk to the community the area contaminated should be monitored and noted.
Step 4: Risk Characterization Transparency – methods of use for the product and he uncertainties Clarity –documents of process of use should be concis free of idiom and have understandable data that is needed.
Consistency- consistent conduction with the EPA policies Reasonableness- complete, balanced and informative information on he risk of the chemical.
Due to the low toxicity in Malathion I believe at small doses, with the communities knowledge, it can be used to get rid of Mosquitos Though there are risks with this chemical, as long as the community is aware and can avoid the areas it was used after being sprayed, they are not long term health effects.
The community should be aware of the areas to avoid and be able to receive immediate treatment if they manage to come in
Malathion Malathion is an organophosphate inseticide that was first registered for use in the USA by the Department of Agriculture in 1956 It is a colorless liquid with a skunk or garlic oder.
This product can be used in both agricultural and residential settings. It also can be found in some shampoos used to control head lice Human Health Risk Assessments Need to be conducted in steps with good planning before hand.
The planning process would include:
1 Who what and where is at risk The hazard concern on the environment How does exposure occur With exposure to the environmental hazard what does the body do, and how is it impacted by factors such as age, race, sex and genetics …show more content…
2 High sxposure may casue difficulty breathing, chest tightness, vomiting, cramps, diarrhea, watery eyes, blurred vision, salivation, sweating, headaches, dizziness, loss of consciousness and death.
There is no proof to these pesticides causing cancer, however increased ncidences of cancer have been found in those exposed to the chemical regularly.
No long term effects may take place if the person who is exposed is rapicdly treated appropriately.
No evidence has been provided to prove that malathion will effect a humans possibility of reproducing.
Step 2: Dose Response assessment When inhaled malathion is very low in its toxicity Scientists exposed qual to this pesticide to test its effect on the animals when inhaled.
QUAL: 3 showed reduced plasma CHe activity after exposure to concentrations of 34 mg/m3 or greater; no qual died or showed outward signs of toxicity Malathon is very low in toxicity when ingested. 4 This is due to the rapid carboxylesterase enzyme metabolism of the chemical.
When applied to the skin malathion is very low in toxicity Based on a study with guinea pigs malathion is not considered a skin …show more content…
Step 3: Exposure assesment EPA defines exposure as the contact between an agent and the visible exterior of a person.
What is the dose we are using of this pesticide in the community? To reduce the risk to the community the area contaminated should be monitored and noted.
Step 4: Risk Characterization Transparency – methods of use for the product and he uncertainties Clarity –documents of process of use should be concis free of idiom and have understandable data that is needed.
Consistency- consistent conduction with the EPA policies Reasonableness- complete, balanced and informative information on he risk of the chemical.
Due to the low toxicity in Malathion I believe at small doses, with the communities knowledge, it can be used to get rid of Mosquitos Though there are risks with this chemical, as long as the community is aware and can avoid the areas it was used after being sprayed, they are not long term health effects.
The community should be aware of the areas to avoid and be able to receive immediate treatment if they manage to come in