Introduction
Company name: Bimeda
Address: A division of Cross Vetpharm Group UK Limited
Bryn Cefni Industrial Park,
Llangefni,
Anglesey LL77 7XA.
Telephone: 0800 526769
Fax: 01248 725416
Email: sales@bimeda.co.uk
Osmonds Gold Fleece Sheep Dip
Introduction
Company name: Bimeda
Address: A division of Cross Vetpharm Group UK Limited
Bryn Cefni Industrial Park,
Llangefni,
Anglesey LL77 7XA.
Telephone: 0800 526769
Fax: 01248 725416
Email: sales@bimeda.co.uk
Presentation
An emulsifiable concentrate for dip solution with a brown colour and a distinct odour, containing Diazinon 60% w/w.
Uses
Osmonds Gold Fleece Sheep Dip is recommended for the prevention and treatment of blowfly strike, ticks, keds, lice and scab infestations on sheep.
A re-usable dispensing kit must be purchased in order to use Osmond’s Gold Fleece Sheep dip. Each kit must contain the following components:
•1× dispensing gun with tubing and 2× connectors (1× male and 1× female) attached,
•1× dispensing base-plate plus 1× dispensing tube with 1× female connector attached and 1× rinsing tube with 1× male connector and 1× non-return valve attached,
•1× laminated card, bearing instructions for the correct use of the dispensing kit.
The product must be dispensed only by use of this kit, in accordance with the instructions on the dispensing kit laminated instruction card. If part-used containers of the product are to be kept for future use, the dispensing kit must be removed, washed and stored as per the instructions, and the original cap must be replaced securely on the product container. The dispensing kit must not be used for any other purpose.
One pair of gloves, one laminated dispensing kit instruction card and one laminated sheep dipping safety card are supplied with each container of Osmonds Gold Fleece Sheep Dip.
The dip concentrate container is fitted with a sealed closure incorporating a male inlet Quick Acting Shut-off coupling (QASC), a female outlet QASC and a draw tube that extends from beneath the outlet QASC to the marked corner of the container. When the container is fitted correctly into the dispensing kit, the tilt mechanism allows withdrawal of the maximum amount of dip concentrate from the container. The dip concentrate in the container must be dispensed directly into the dip tank only by using the Osmonds Gold Fleece Sheep Dip Dispensing Kit. Follow the instructions provided with the dispensing kit for fitting it onto the container and for dispensing the dip concentrate safely.
The instructions for use of the dispensing kit read as follows:-
Osmonds Gold Fleece Sheep Dip concentrate must be dispensed only by using this kit. Read the directions for use printed on the product container before using this kit. It is essential that the advice on wearing protective clothing is strictly adhered to at all times when handling new or part-used containers of sheep dip concentrate, when using the dispensing kit and when washing used concentrate containers and the dispensing kit. This kit is re-usable. It should not be used for any other purpose. It should be washed and stored as directed on the instruction card.
DISPENSING DIP PRODUCT
Preparation for dipping
Place the dip concentrate container into the cage on the base-plate so that the coloured corner of the container label is aligned with the coloured corner of the base-plate. This will tilt the container to allow withdrawal of the maximum amount of dip concentrate. Place the dispensing base-plate on level ground at the edge of the dip tank and feed the dispensing hose through the hole in the base-plate so that the hose hangs down into the dip tank. Where splash-boards are fitted the base-plate should be sited so that the dispensing hose is fed through an existing gap in the barrier. For extra security the base-plate can be attached to a solid object near to the edge of the dip tank using twine or wire threaded through the cage at the rear of the base plate
Initial fill of dip concentrate into dip bath
Connect gun inlet hose to container outlet valve and connect gun outlet to dispensing hose. Carefully pump the trigger of the gun until the gun reservoir and outlet tubes are full of product. Then dispense the required number of 60 ml volumes of dip concentrate for initial charging of the dip tank (see container label for details). The dispensing gun is fixed to deliver 60 ml only and is sealed for safety reasons. It must not be disassembled. When filling the gun reservoir, to ensure accuracy, it is important to wait until the plunger has returned completely before dispensing the dip concentrate. It is recommended that the operator keeps a tally of the number of volumes dispensed. After every ten x 60 ml dispensings, using a dry gloved finger, press down on the top of container inlet valve for a few seconds. This is to allow air to enter the container to relieve any negative pressure
Replenishment of dip bath with product
Replenishment with one 60 ml delivery of concentrate treats 12 sheep.
Baths less than 2250 litres (500 gallons) must be replenished after every 36 sheep dipped (3x60 ml deliveries from the dispensing gun) and the bath must be filled with water to its original level.
Baths of 2250 litres (500 gallons) or more must be replenished after every 96 sheep dipped (8x60 ml deliveries from the dispensing gun) and the bath must be filled with water to its original level.
Approaching the end of the day's dipping, when replenishing the dip bath for the final time, carry out the first 1x60 ml delivery for a bath less than 2250 litres (or the first 6x60 ml deliveries for a bath greater than 2250 litres) and allow the gun to refill by releasing the trigger. Then disconnect gun inlet hose from container outlet valve and connect gun inlet hose to hose ensuring that the non-return valve on the end of the hose is secured to the clip on the carrying handle. Now pump the gun two more times and the final 120 ml of dip concentrate will be delivered into the dip bath. Replace transit cap onto the part used container. Now follow instructions on how to wash and store the dispensing kit (see Washing Instructions).
To change containers during dipping
If a container is emptied during dipping disconnect gun inlet hose from empty container outlet valve. Immediately re-connect to a new container and carefully pump the trigger of the gun until the reservoir is full. When disconnected, do not try to operate the delivery gun until the correct connections (step ii) have been made. Store the empty container safely until the end of the days dipping. Do not rinse empty containers until the end of the days dipping (see Washing Instructions). This is to avoid the possibility of the introduction of water into part-filled dip concentrate containers. Even very small amounts of water can affect the long-term stability of the dip concentrate.
WASHING/CLEANING GUN RESERVOIR, HOSE AND EMPTY CONTAINERS
At the end of a day's dipping you must wash all empty containers to remove residual dip concentrate prior to disposal. The washings must be disposed of into the dip tank. Place the empty dip concentrate container into the cage on the base-plate so that the coloured corner of the container label is aligned with the coloured corner of the base-plate exactly as in step (i) Dispension of Dip product’ instructions
To wash out the product container when it is empty
Disconnect the gun outlet hose from the dispensing hose. Connect the gun outlet hose to the container inlet valve and connect gun inlet hose to hose. Then immerse the non-return valve in a bucket containing at least 5 litres of clean water. Pump 3 x 60 ml (180 ml) of water into the container and shake the container to rinse it of any remaining dip concentrate
To empty the product container of rinse water
Disconnect the gun outlet hose from the container inlet valve. Connect the gun outlet hose to the dispensing hose. Disconnect the gun inlet hose from the hose. Connect the gun inlet hose to the container outlet valve. Pump the gun repeatedly to remove all of the rinsings from the container into the dip-tank
Repeat the rinsing and emptying processes two more times to ensure that the product container is empty of all traces of product before disposing of the container.
To wash out gun reservoir and hose
Having rinsed the empty containers, or at the end of a days dipping when no dip container has been emptied, you must then rinse out the gun reservoir and hose to maintain it in working order. Before following the washing procedure, if a part-filled container remains you must remove it from the cage and store it safely with the cap replaced. If not already in place, connect gun inlet hose to hose. Ensure that gun outlet hose is connected to dispensing hose. Then immerse the non-return valve in a bucket containing at least 5 litres of clean water. Pump at least 10 x 60 ml through the gun and the tubing into the dip tank to ensure that the gun reservoir and hosepipes are clear of dip concentrate
To clear gun reservoir and hose of water
Remove the non-return valve from the water and secure it in clip on the kit handle. Pump the dispensing gun until the gun reservoir and hose are completely clear of water. Disconnect gun outlet hose from dispensing hose and gun inlet hose from hose. Rinse the outside of the dispensing hose and valves and by immersing in a bucket of clean water, then agitate and rinse all valves. Dispose of the rinse water in the dip tank. Rinse valves and by spraying with water so that the rinsings drain into the dip-tank, taking care to avoid splashing yourself or others. Repeat this process two more times. Then store the dispensing kit in the original carton, in a dry place below 25°C as follows: Connect gun outlet hose to dispensing hose and connect gun inlet hose to hose. Then secure the non-return valve in clip on the kit handle. This allows the air to dry the gun reservoir and hose system. A part-used container can be stored (with its cap replaced) in the base-plate cage
Disposal
The dispensing kit has been shown in tests to withstand 5 years of simulated use. If you do need to dispose of the kit, rinse the gun and hoses thoroughly as in steps (iv) & (v). Dispose of the dispensing kit in accordance with guidance from your local waste regulation authority
Dosage and administration
To prepare the bath
Initial fill. To treat sheep scab, blowfly strike, ticks, keds and lice dilute the concentrated dip accurately 1 to 1500 in water. The following table is a useful guide.
Capacity of dip bath | Volume of dip to add | *Number of 60ml deliveries from dispensing gun |
1000 litres (220 gallons) | 660 ml | 11 |
1365 litres (300 gallons) | 900 ml | 15 |
2000 litres (440 gallons) | 1320 ml | 22 |
3000 litres (660 gallons) | 1980 ml | 33 |
4500 litres (1000 gallons) | 3000 ml | 50 |
*The dispensing gun is fixed to deliver 60 ml only and is sealed for safety reasons. It must not be disassembled.
For intermediate volumes, you must add 60 ml (1 x 60 ml delivery from the dispensing gun) of dip concentrate for every 100 litres (22 gallons) of water.
To replenish the bath
Baths of less than 2250 litres (500 gallons)
Add 180ml of dip after every 36 sheep dipped and restore the bath with water to its original volume (ie dispense 3 x 60ml amounts of dip concentrate into the dip tank).
Baths of 2250 litres (500 gallons) or more
Add 480ml of dip after every 96 sheep dipped and sufficient water to restore the bath to its original volume (ie dispense 8 x 60ml amounts of dip concentrate into the dip tank). When a bath becomes foul, however, always empty it and refill with fresh dip. Dispose of all wash remaining at the end of a days dipping.
Fouling the dip wash reduces dip effectiveness. Therefore, do not dip more that 1 sheep per 2 litres of dip wash that was in the bath at the start of dipping. For example, if the total volume of wash in your dip bath was 1000 litres (220 gallons) you should not dip more than 500 sheep no matter how many times you have replenished and topped-up the bath. You should then empty, clean and recharge the bath with fresh dip wash.
Dipping
Sheep must be totally immersed in a sheep bath and all parts of the sheep except the head and ears must remain immersed for not less than 1 minute. Keep the sheep moving in the bath and plunge the head under at least once. Never hold the head down or the sheep will be liable to swallow or inhale some of the wash.
Control of ticks
Ewes: Dip ewes in Spring before lambing. If the infestation is severe dip again 6 weeks later (excluding young lambs). Hogs and other sheep should be dipped as soon as possible after ticks appear.
During and Immediately after dipping
Do not use concentrate in an enclosed area and avoid breathing the vapour. Dipping should be carried out in a well-ventilated area, preferably outdoors.
Always use the Osmonds Gold Fleece dispensing kit provided when dispensing concentrate.
Before leaving the work area wash and remove protective clothing and do not smoke, drink, eat or use the toilet during dipping operations.
Always wash hands, face and exposed skin immediately after leaving the work area.
Protective clothing should be washed each day after dipping operations to prevent build-up of chemicals in the material. Wash dispensing kit and dipping equipment in accordance with the instructions above. Check and replace any worn or damaged items of protective clothing.
Immediately wash off sheep dip, particularly dip concentrate, if it gets on your skin or in your eyes.
Immediately remove heavily contaminated clothes and wash contaminated areas of skin. Wash or destroy heavily contaminated clothes immediately.
If you feel unwell after using this product consult your doctor and show your doctor this label. Treat any cases of heavy contamination as an emergency. You should go straight to hospital after removing contaminated clothing, and rinse with plenty of water areas of skin which came into contact with sheep dip.
If sheep dip has been swallowed go straight to hospital and take this label with you.
Handling sheep in the weeks following dipping
It is good practice not to shear sheep in the 3 months after dipping.
Handle sheep as little as possible after dipping as dip residues remain on the sheep for some weeks. If you need to handle sheep, wear coveralls and wellington boots. If the sheep are wet also wear waterproof trousers and coat.
Always wash hands with soap and water after handling sheep or fleece, and before eating, drinking or smoking.
Medical advice to Doctors
Poisoning from organophosphorus compounds in sheep dips results from blockage of acetylcholinesterase, with a resultant over-activity of acetylcholine.
Symptoms include headache, exhaustion and weakness, mental confusion together with blurred vision, excessive salivation and sweating, cramp-like abdominal pain, chest tightness, diarrhoea, constricted pupils, and bronchorrhea. These may develop for up to 24 hours after exposure.
Severe poisoning can include general muscle twitching, loss of co-ordination, extreme difficulty with breathing and convulsions which may lead to unconsciousness in the absence of medical treatment. Treat symptomatically and seek urgent hospital transfer if poisoning is suspected.
Advice is available from the National Poisons Information Service. (Either access TOXBASE on the Internet/NHS web at http://vvv.spib.axl.co.uk or telephone : 0870 600 6266). Further information for health professionals is contained in MS17 entitled "Medical aspects of work related exposure to organophosphates'' and is available from HSE books on tel: 01787 881165 or fax 01 787 313995.
Contra-indications, warnings, etc
Not suitable for use on sheep that are being milked for human consumption.
For external use only.
Dangerous to fish and other aquatic life. Do not contaminate surface waters. Harmful to game, wild and domestic birds and mammals. Do not allow access to dilute dip.
If dipping pregnant sheep is essential they should be gently lowered into the bath and assisted out.
As this is an organophosphorus sheep dip, an interval of at least 14 days should elapse between dipping and dosing with any drench, etc. containing levamisole or an organophosphorus compound.
Sheep should never be dipped on a full stomach, when the wool is wet, or when they are heated, tired, thirsty, or suffering from wounds or open sores.
Choose a cool dry day and dip early in the morning.
Rams and fat sheep should be assisted through the bath and lambs dipped separately from the ewes.
Care should be taken to ensure that the sheep do not swallow or inhale any wash.
To avoid Post Dipping Lameness
Post dipping lameness may occur when the sheep are dipped in dirty wash, or wash which has been allowed to stand in the bath overnight or longer. It is important that the dip bath should be emptied and thoroughly cleaned at the end of each days dipping or earlier if it becomes very dirty during the day’s dipping.
Before Dipping
Diazinon is an organophosphorus compound. Do not use if under medical advice not to work with such compounds. If you have previously felt unwell after using a product containing an organophosphorus compound, consult your doctor before working with this product and show the doctor the product label.
Use only in a dip bath that is well designed and hazard free.
Check that all those involved in dipping operations are adequately trained and competent.
Keep children well away from all dipping operations.
Not to be mixed with any other dip.
Make sure that everyone has the recommended protective clothing and insist that they wear it.
Ensure you have spare protective clothing available in case any items become damaged.
The recommended protective clothing is
Face Shield (when handling dip concentrate)
Bib apron (over boiler suit) or waterproof coat (PVC or nitrile)
Gloves (Non-lined or flock-lined, PVC or nitrile, heavy duty gauntlet style – 0.5mm thick and at least 300mm long)
Waterproof leggings/trousers (PVC or nitrile to be worn outside your boots)
Wellington boots.
Withdrawal periods
Sheep may be slaughtered for human consumption only after 35 days from the last treatment.
Not suitable for sheep that are being milked for human consumption.
Pharmaceutical precautions
Do not store above 25°C.
Store in original container, tightly closed, in a safe place.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Not to be mixed with any other dip.
Keep away from food, drink and animal foodstuffs.
Wash out container and dispose of safely.
Legal category
POM-VPS
Packaging Quantities
5 litre tin container
Further information
Sheep should never be dipped on a full stomach, when the wool is wet, or when they are heated, tired, thirsty, or suffering from wounds or open sores.
Choose a cool dry day and dip early in the morning.
Rams and fat sheep should be assisted through the bath and lambs dipped separately from the ewes.
Care should be taken to ensure that the sheep do not swallow or inhale any wash.
As this is an organophosphorus sheep dip, an interval of at least 14 days should elapse between dipping and dosing with any drench, etc. containing levamisole or an organophosphorus compound.
Special Precautions for the disposal of unused product
It is an offence to permit any poisonous, noxious or polluting matter to enter any river, stream or watercourse.
Any unwanted product should be disposed of by a licensed waste disposal contractor.
Empty containers should be washed out thoroughly and rinsings placed into the dip bath. Used taps should be washed thoroughly and rinsings placed into the dip bath. Dispose of rinsed containers and taps in accordance with any guidance from an appropriate waste regulation authority.
To dispose of used sheep dip an authorisation under the Groundwater Regulations 1998 is required. To apply for an authorisation contact the Environment Agency (EA) or the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) or the Environment and Heritage Service of the Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland (EHS/DENI). Alternatively spent dip wash should be disposed of by a licensed waste disposal contractor.
Marketing authorisation number
VM 12597/4028.