rioters bloc
17th October 2005, 13:38
since capsicum spray is the weapon of choice for the po-lees here in oz, i decided to look some stuff up about it.
firstly, don't wear contact lenses. really, really bad fucking idea.
secondly, well the rest i'll get off this site: http://www.endtimesreport.com/adviceprotesters.html
What you should know about Capsicum Spray
[i]Who Should Avoid the Risk of Capsicum Spray:
- Those with asthma, respiratory problems or infections, pregnant women, women attempting to get pregnant, anyone ill or with a poor immune system, seizure disorders, eye infections, contact lens wearers, and children.
Capsicum Spray Concerns
Since Capsicum spray is often sprayed at a close distance, the police may try to:
- Physically remove your goggles/ breathing protection.
- Spray between your face and your goggles/mask [which if your hands are locked down, makes them a trap for the chemical]
- Reaction to chemical exposure will be greater with the presence of some skin conditions such as acne or severe eczema.
- Contact lenes trap the irritating gases and chemical compounds underneath them and may increase the amount of damage and irritation. GET PRESCRIPTION GLASSES NOW AND WARN OTHERS NOT TO WEAR CONTACT LENSES.
- It can be hazardous. People have died from respiratory failure.
- Asthmatics should bring their Ventilin pump
What to do when you get gassed or Capsicum sprayed without a mask
The first and most important thing to remember is to relax! If you are well prepared mentally and have essential supplies and knowledge, you will probably not need our medical assistance. Fear and confusion are the State's major weapon. Confidence, determination, preparation and awareness of your strength is your best weapon.
FIRST, DO NO HARM.
Make sure you apply treatments within your ability and understanding level. Recognize your limits. Ask for or refer to someone more experienced when needed. Experienced health workers know that asking for help is often absolutely essential.
- Wipes may be clean cloth, gauze, 4x4s etc. .
- Water may have 4 drops per litre of homeopathic Rescue Remedy added.
- Normal Saline (0.9% sodium solution) may be substituted for water used for flushing eyes or cleaning wounds.
GENERAL TREATMENT FOR CAPSICUM SPRAY (OC)
BEFORE
- Practice first aid treatments before the action on each other so:
- You get experienced before you need to do treatments during an intense situation.
- You know what the treatment feels like.
- All water for cleaning, rinsing and drinking can contain homeopathic Rescue Remedy, 2-4 drops per litre.
DURING
- Stay calm and focused.
- When your body heats up [from running or panicking, for example], the irritation may increase. Part of the reason is that your pours will open allowing more absorption of the chemicals.
- Make your way to a safe space with fresh air where unexposed folks can help you, or at least ensure your safety while you treat yourself.
- Face into the wind, open eyes, hold arms out and walk around to let fresh air decontaminate you. Take slow deep breaths of clean air.
- Don’t touch your eyes or your face, as you may re-contaminate yourself.
- Blow your nose, spit out chemicals.
- If there is wet Capsicum spray on skin, pad/sponge it up with cloth without spreading it around. If you move the oily chemical around the skin, you increase the area of painful skin.
- Before you assist or treat anyone, ask them for permission first! Then explain to them what you are going to do before you do it.
- Wear clean gloves [mutual protection from contamination] and eye protection, or you will end up unable to help and in need of treatment yourself - the blowback and splashing from administering some of the treatments can be wicked!
- Best if cleaning solutions and water spill directly to ground so as to not contaminate clean skin, clothes or hair.
- Store contaminated wipes in a sealed bag.
AFTERWARDS
- Decontaminate with a cold shower [keeps pores closed preventing chemicalsfrom entering skin]
- Exchange contaminated clothing for fresh.
- Be aware that entering into a room with contaminated cloths, hair & skin reeking of chemicals will contaminate the room.
- A contaminated room with carpets or textiles on furniture may reek for weeks.
- If possible, please change out of contaminated garments before entering enclosed spaces such as convergence and treatment areas.
- Place contaminated clothes in bag. Squeeze out air. Seal it so the gases will diffuse out more slowly. If you want the clothes back, mark bag with a name.
PREVENTION: Wash before with pH neutral soap. Cover up with water repellent clothes & gear. Don’t wear contact lenses, make-up, moisturizers or vegetable/mineral oil-based cream. Don’t use Vaseline or mineral oil as skin barrier. Use gas mask, respirators, sealed [swim] goggles, and/or vinegar or lemon juice-soaked bandanna over mouth/nose.
firstly, don't wear contact lenses. really, really bad fucking idea.
secondly, well the rest i'll get off this site: http://www.endtimesreport.com/adviceprotesters.html
What you should know about Capsicum Spray
[i]Who Should Avoid the Risk of Capsicum Spray:
- Those with asthma, respiratory problems or infections, pregnant women, women attempting to get pregnant, anyone ill or with a poor immune system, seizure disorders, eye infections, contact lens wearers, and children.
Capsicum Spray Concerns
Since Capsicum spray is often sprayed at a close distance, the police may try to:
- Physically remove your goggles/ breathing protection.
- Spray between your face and your goggles/mask [which if your hands are locked down, makes them a trap for the chemical]
- Reaction to chemical exposure will be greater with the presence of some skin conditions such as acne or severe eczema.
- Contact lenes trap the irritating gases and chemical compounds underneath them and may increase the amount of damage and irritation. GET PRESCRIPTION GLASSES NOW AND WARN OTHERS NOT TO WEAR CONTACT LENSES.
- It can be hazardous. People have died from respiratory failure.
- Asthmatics should bring their Ventilin pump
What to do when you get gassed or Capsicum sprayed without a mask
The first and most important thing to remember is to relax! If you are well prepared mentally and have essential supplies and knowledge, you will probably not need our medical assistance. Fear and confusion are the State's major weapon. Confidence, determination, preparation and awareness of your strength is your best weapon.
FIRST, DO NO HARM.
Make sure you apply treatments within your ability and understanding level. Recognize your limits. Ask for or refer to someone more experienced when needed. Experienced health workers know that asking for help is often absolutely essential.
- Wipes may be clean cloth, gauze, 4x4s etc. .
- Water may have 4 drops per litre of homeopathic Rescue Remedy added.
- Normal Saline (0.9% sodium solution) may be substituted for water used for flushing eyes or cleaning wounds.
GENERAL TREATMENT FOR CAPSICUM SPRAY (OC)
BEFORE
- Practice first aid treatments before the action on each other so:
- You get experienced before you need to do treatments during an intense situation.
- You know what the treatment feels like.
- All water for cleaning, rinsing and drinking can contain homeopathic Rescue Remedy, 2-4 drops per litre.
DURING
- Stay calm and focused.
- When your body heats up [from running or panicking, for example], the irritation may increase. Part of the reason is that your pours will open allowing more absorption of the chemicals.
- Make your way to a safe space with fresh air where unexposed folks can help you, or at least ensure your safety while you treat yourself.
- Face into the wind, open eyes, hold arms out and walk around to let fresh air decontaminate you. Take slow deep breaths of clean air.
- Don’t touch your eyes or your face, as you may re-contaminate yourself.
- Blow your nose, spit out chemicals.
- If there is wet Capsicum spray on skin, pad/sponge it up with cloth without spreading it around. If you move the oily chemical around the skin, you increase the area of painful skin.
- Before you assist or treat anyone, ask them for permission first! Then explain to them what you are going to do before you do it.
- Wear clean gloves [mutual protection from contamination] and eye protection, or you will end up unable to help and in need of treatment yourself - the blowback and splashing from administering some of the treatments can be wicked!
- Best if cleaning solutions and water spill directly to ground so as to not contaminate clean skin, clothes or hair.
- Store contaminated wipes in a sealed bag.
AFTERWARDS
- Decontaminate with a cold shower [keeps pores closed preventing chemicalsfrom entering skin]
- Exchange contaminated clothing for fresh.
- Be aware that entering into a room with contaminated cloths, hair & skin reeking of chemicals will contaminate the room.
- A contaminated room with carpets or textiles on furniture may reek for weeks.
- If possible, please change out of contaminated garments before entering enclosed spaces such as convergence and treatment areas.
- Place contaminated clothes in bag. Squeeze out air. Seal it so the gases will diffuse out more slowly. If you want the clothes back, mark bag with a name.
PREVENTION: Wash before with pH neutral soap. Cover up with water repellent clothes & gear. Don’t wear contact lenses, make-up, moisturizers or vegetable/mineral oil-based cream. Don’t use Vaseline or mineral oil as skin barrier. Use gas mask, respirators, sealed [swim] goggles, and/or vinegar or lemon juice-soaked bandanna over mouth/nose.