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From: Miles Maxted 
Date: Thu, 18 Dec 03 20:12:04 +0100
Subject: Happy Christmas Guides
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Season's Greetings, one and all...

I thought you'd all appreciate the following guidelines from the 
British Department of Health data sheets widely used in 
laboratories through out the UK, as featured in `New Scientist' 
for Dec 13, 2003....  they'll help make your Christmas much, much 
safer.

"Immediate Steps to Take Should Dihydrogen Monoxide be misused:-

Eyes: irrigate thoroughly with water.  If discomfort persists 
obtain medical attention.

Skin: wash thoroughly with soap and water.

Mouth: wash out mouth thoroughly with water. In severe cases 
obtain medical attention.

Wear appropiate protective clothing.  If local regulations permit, 
mop up with plenty of water and run to waste, diluting greatly 
with running water.  Wash site of spillage thoroughly with 
detergent and water.  If material has entered surface drains, it 
may be necessary to inform local authorities."

Naturally,  the only change I've made is to replace the common 
name of the gunk to its proper title.

For myself,  I'm happy to restrict the use of this awful substance 
around this home - even if it does mean taking the Xmas whisky 
straight out of the bottle;  such a >>small<< sacrifice to help 
make a better, safer world.

Enjoy a Preposterous New Year !!

:-))