Roundup on skin

[jivkoss]

Hello,

at my job as a gardener, I spray roundup 5-6 times per year from 9 to 12 o'clock in the mornings. I accidentally spilled about 300ml of roundup on my skin twice. The roundup was diluted (200ml of roundup to 8l of water). I took a shower 2h after the accidents. After the second accident, my skin felt itchy, I suppose because of the roundup. Does anyone has had a similar experience and can you tell me what are the dangers? I read roundup is very toxic.

 

[Highland Mule]

Hello,

at my job as a gardener, I spray roundup 5-6 times per year from 9 to 12 o'clock in the mornings. I accidentally spilled about 300ml of roundup on my skin twice. The roundup was diluted (200ml of roundup to 8l of water). I took a shower 2h after the accidents. After the second accident, my skin felt itchy, I suppose because of the roundup. Does anyone has had a similar experience and can you tell me what are the dangers? I read roundup is very toxic.

Go back to wherever you had your (legally required) formal training and check with the trainer there. I’d say they are most likely to know your specific circumstances.

If you’re doing any spraying without legal certification, stop right away.

 

[Bury the Trash]

Hello,

at my job as a gardener, I spray roundup 5-6 times per year from 9 to 12 o'clock in the mornings. I accidentally spilled about 300ml of roundup on my skin twice. The roundup was diluted (200ml of roundup to 8l of water). I took a shower 2h after the accidents. After the second accident, my skin felt itchy, I suppose because of the roundup. Does anyone has had a similar experience and can you tell me what are the dangers? I read roundup is very toxic.

You will be fine.

Next time wear the correct ppe and take more care

 

[Mc115reed]

Hello,

at my job as a gardener, I spray roundup 5-6 times per year from 9 to 12 o'clock in the mornings. I accidentally spilled about 300ml of roundup on my skin twice. The roundup was diluted (200ml of roundup to 8l of water). I took a shower 2h after the accidents. After the second accident, my skin felt itchy, I suppose because of the roundup. Does anyone has had a similar experience and can you tell me what are the dangers? I read roundup is very toxic.

You accidentally spilled 300ml of round you on your arm? What did you do fill a f**king coke bottle and pour it down your arm?

 

[jivkoss]

You accidentally spilled 300ml of round you on your arm? What did you do fill a fudgeing coke bottle and pour it down your arm?

It spilled out of the container I spray with. I wear it on my back and I accidentally bend down and it spilled on my left arm and neck.

 

[Chae1]

Hello,

at my job as a gardener, I spray roundup 5-6 times per year from 9 to 12 o'clock in the mornings. I accidentally spilled about 300ml of roundup on my skin twice. The roundup was diluted (200ml of roundup to 8l of water). I took a shower 2h after the accidents. After the second accident, my skin felt itchy, I suppose because of the roundup. Does anyone has had a similar experience and can you tell me what are the dangers? I read roundup is very toxic.

It has been linked to cancer. I would get tested immediately.

 

[melted welly]

It spilled out of the container I spray with. I wear it on my back and I accidentally bend down and it spilled on my left arm and neck.

is it glyphosate? Thought that was off the market for domestic non professional use.

If it’s the household stuff it’s not glyphosate, it’s pelargonic acid.

Treat it like any chemical burn, run cold water on it for 15mins and monitor, if reaction increases then seek medical advice. And have the product label handy as per your training.

 

[teslacoils]

It spilled out of the container I spray with. I wear it on my back and I accidentally bend down and it spilled on my left arm and neck.

Pics , or make,of container?

No disrespect, but my "Guardian journalist" senses are tingling.

We're assuming you have the correct spraying certificates, nroso membership, PPE, and your equipment is regularly checked to be in good order. Are you employed or self employed?

 

[2wheels]

It has been linked to cancer. I would get tested immediately.

very tenious links if any?

 

[Agrivator]

Don't be such a wimp. It won't do a bit of harm.

But next time you're near a diesel car, bus train or lorry, hold your breath.

 

[timmyboy]

Typical gardener. You need to leave it 7 days before you see a change.

 

[An Gof]

It has been linked to cancer. I would get tested immediately.

I know that’s probably posted tongue in cheek but as a comment it may not help us.
300ml of diluted glyphosate on skin is of such low risk that it’s not worth losing any sleep over. If it was a problem there would have been a whole host of spray operators with a problem. I reckon I’ve had exposure to a lot more than 300ml of dilutes product in almost 40 years of crop spraying.

 

[jendan]

Typical gardener. You need to leave it 7 days before you see a change.

And about 3 weeks for your arm to shrivel up and drop off.

 

[Exfarmer]

I would not like to think how many times I have had roundup both concentrated and dilute on my skin. After 40 years exposure I have had no ill effects yet.
I would suspect there are many in the industry , who if they tell the truth have had a similar history

 

[An Gof]

Hello,

at my job as a gardener, I spray roundup 5-6 times per year from 9 to 12 o'clock in the mornings. I accidentally spilled about 300ml of roundup on my skin twice. The roundup was diluted (200ml of roundup to 8l of water). I took a shower 2h after the accidents. After the second accident, my skin felt itchy, I suppose because of the roundup. Does anyone has had a similar experience and can you tell me what are the dangers? I read roundup is very toxic.

200ml in 8L?? That’s pretty strong mix. What was the g a.i./l of glyphosate in the product you used?

 

[steveR]

very tenuous links if any?

Unless you live in California and are suing Monsanto....

 

[steveR]

Hello,

at my job as a gardener, I spray roundup 5-6 times per year from 9 to 12 o'clock in the mornings. I accidentally spilled about 300ml of roundup on my skin twice. The roundup was diluted (200ml of roundup to 8l of water). I took a shower 2h after the accidents. After the second accident, my skin felt itchy, I suppose because of the roundup. Does anyone has had a similar experience and can you tell me what are the dangers? I read roundup is very toxic.

Roundup is NOT very toxic!!! Who told you it was...or where have you read that it is?

 

[jivkoss]

200ml in 8L?? That’s pretty strong mix. What was the g a.i./l of glyphosate in the product you used?

I don't know. I was told to use a stronger mix than described.

 

[farenheit]

I don't know. I was told to use a stronger mix than described.

Who by? If you are a qualified sprayer operator for your job you should know what the label states.

 

[jendan]

Who by? If you are a qualified sprayer operator for your job you should know what the label states.

.......and just joined the forum today........