A. Store Products Safely 

Keep all products locked up. Non-food products should be out of sight and reach of children and pets.
Follow the directions for storage on the label. In general, storage areas should be cool, dry and away from living areas.
Never store food and non-food items together.
Keep products in their original containers. If the label is gone - dispose of properly.
Never use milk, soft drink or other food containers for storage.
Store medicine properly - keep them locked up and use child-resistant containers. Always replace caps tightly. Store alcoholic beverages safely - liquor cabinets should be locked or have safety latches.
Return products to safe storage as soon as you finish using them.
Clean out storage areas regularly. Check expiration dates and get rid of outdated products, especially medicines.
Keep your purse out of reach of children and pets. Avoid storing medicine, vitamins, cigarettes and perfume in your purse.
Dispose of products safely. Read directions for disposal on the label or contact Board of Health. Keep trash in covered receptacles, out of the reach of children and pets. Ask your pharmacist how to properly dispose of unused or outdated medicines.

B. Medicine Tips

Never tell children that medicine is candy or that it tastes good.
Don't take medicine in front of children (they like to imitate adults).
Teach children never to take medicine unless you give it to them.
Always turn on a light and read the directions before taking any medicine.
Always keep medicine locked up.

C. Warning Signs of Poisoning

An open container nearby.
Strange odor on breath.
Sweating.
Dizziness or unconsciousness.
Pills, berries, etc. in the mouth.
Burns around the mouth.
Upset stomach or nausea.
Convulsions.

D. If You Suspect Poisoning

Call the poison control center immediately. If unable to contact them, call your physician, a hospital or the operator. 
Bring the container with you to the phone. If possible, bring the child, too. Don't let the child near the poison. 
Stay Calm - be ready to answer questions about the poison. 
Follow instructions exactly. 
Don't try to make the person vomit unless told to do so. 
Have syrup of Ipecac handy - only use when instructed by Poison Control or a physician. 
If you suspect that your pet has been poisoned, call your veterinarian or poison control. Poison Control - 1-800-256-9822 Ambulance - 911

E. Inhaled Poisons

Fresh Air - Ventilation

F. Poison on the Skin

Remove clothing and flood with water 15-20 minutes.

G. Poison in the Eye

Flood with water 15-20 minutes - have person blink as much as possible. Don't force the eyelid open.

PAY PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO:
The child who has swallowed a poison before.

• Behavioral changes and level of consciousness. (clumsiness? drowsiness? coma? convulsions? mental disturbances? delirium?)
  
• Look for color/temperature of skin, lips and mucous membranes.
  
• Temperature, blood pressure, pulse rate, respiratory alterations?
  
• Paralysis?
  Possible Indicators of Poisoning
• Eyes: The size and reaction of the pupils. (constriction? dilation?)
• Mouth signs (burns? discoloration? dryness? excessive salivation? stains? breath odors? pain upon swallowing?)
• Nausea, vomiting (appearance? odor? blood present?)
• Diarrhea? Odor? Appearance? Blood present?