A drug with immense abuse potential, Methamphetamine, aka Speed, Meth, Crank, Crystal Meth, is a central nervous system stimulant of the amphetamine family. It is a powerful upper that produces many "SUPER" feelings along with a variety of adverse reactions. The effects of meth, however, are much worse on the users family, and the cost is this authors shame.
There are many different ways of making or cooking meth as well as many different ingredients. Many of those ingredients used are commonly found in our homes. And handling these toxic chemicals, as well as mixing them, is very hazardous to our health as well as it is very hazardous the environment.
Some examples of household chemicals used in making meth include flammable solvents, like methanol, ether, benzene, methylene chloride, trichloroethylene, and toluene. Other common household chemicals are muriatic acid, sodium hydroxide, table salt, ammonia, over-the-counter cold medications containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine, hydrochloric acid, drain cleaner, battery acid, lye, lantern fuel, and anti-freeze.
Some of the chemicals commonly used to make meth that are not found in large amounts in homes include anhydrous ammonia, red phosphorous, iodine, reactive metals, and other solvents.
Most meth can be made from a very easy recipe and can be cooked and ready in 6 to 8 hours in a mobile meth lab where the cookware can be relocated to avoid detection of any fumes or vapors that are associated with the making of crystal meth.
The contamination present in a former meth lab can affect soil, ground water, air, furniture, and structure materials, such as flooring, vents, and walls. Many of the contaminants present during the meth cooking process can be harmful if humans or pets are exposed to them. The contaminants can cause health problems, including headaches, nausea, dizziness, and skin and eye irritation and burns. Short-term exposures to high concentrations of some of these chemicals are common to first responders, such as fire departments or law enforcement officers first entering a meth lab. These exposures may cause severe health problems including lung damage and chemical burns to the body.
Cases have been reported where children and adults living in a house or other structure that formerly contained a meth lab encountered lingering health problems. There is little research about the health effects from long-term exposure to the contaminants left behind after a meth lab is dismantled.
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Exposure to residues of former meth labs may cause symptoms similar to those experienced by meth users. Meth affects the central nervous system and will increase heart rate and blood pressure. Exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) may cause symptoms such as nose and throat irritation, headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, confusion and breathing difficulties. Benzene, a potential meth chemical, is a carcinogen.
Chemicals that are acids or bases will cause a burning sensation on the skin and in mucous membranes, and can cause severe eye damage. Exposure to hazardous metals and salts can cause a wide range of health effects including respiratory irritation, decreased mental function, anemia, kidney damage and birth defects.
The property owner is responsible for cleaning the property. A proper cleaning is essential to ensure the safety of all potential occupants of the residence in the future. The property owner is liable for all injuries resulting from contamination left on site. These guidelines have been established to assist the property owner’s cleanup of former meth labs, which may help ensure the safety of their property and tenants.
If after reading these guidelines you have questions, please call the KDHE Meth Lab Cleanup Program at (785) 368-7301.
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