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Vacate and ventilate when using insecticide fumigators Remove all people and animals before treatment and keep them out for the labelled period. Ventilate as directed before re-entry; never shorten the waiting period yourself.
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Last reviewed: 2026-09-20
Why it matters Insecticide fumigators treat an enclosed space and can expose anyone who remains or returns too soon.
✕ Wrong actionStaying in another corner of the room while the product operates.
✓ Correct actionRemove all people and animals before treatment and keep them out for the labelled period.
What to do Read the evacuation, ignition-source, waiting and ventilation instructions first. Remove all people and animals before treatment and keep them out for the labelled period. Ventilate as directed before re-entry; never shorten the waiting period yourself.
If something happens For serious injury, unconsciousness or difficulty breathing, keep yourself safe, call 999 and follow the operator.
Sources and review This page provides general home-safety information and does not replace medical, legal, electrical, or other professional advice.
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