If telephone contact with the Poison Centre is not possible, what should you do?

• A. Begin first aid steps immediately.
• B. Only then should first aid steps be taken.
• C. Call the supervisor for guidance.
• D. Rinse exposed areas and wait for medical help

Answer: (B)

When handling pesticide exposure, you normally seek guidance from the Poison Centre. If telephone contact with them is not possible, you should proceed with first aid immediately because delaying treatment can worsen the situation. Since you’ve determined that contacting the Poison Centre isn’t possible, acting right away is the correct sequence.

First aid in this situation includes basic, immediate steps like rinsing exposed skin or eyes with running water for 15–20 minutes, removing contaminated clothing if safe to do so, and seeking medical help as needed. Don’t delay treatment while waiting for a successful call to the Poison Centre. If available, you can also involve a supervisor for guidance, but it cannot replace the need for prompt first aid in an exposure event.