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CLANDESTINE DRUG LABSPOWERPOINT TRAINING

PRESENTATION

OBJECTIVES

Describe the current prevalence of illicit methamphetamine production and the resulting likelihood that first responders will

encounter illegal labs in the course of their duties

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OBJECTIVESRecognize chemical substances involved in meth production and describe the hazards associated with themExplain how issues related to responder safety, Explain environmental, clean-up, and property

damage issues related to illegal lab operationsPreview

OBJECTIVESRecognize specific items that may be used in

methamphetamine production, including:common household, hardware, and

automotive itemslaboratory glassware and equipmentchemical substances including over-

the- counter medicationsRecognize general clues to the presence of illegal labs

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METH & METH LAB BASICS

Methamphetamine Hydrochloride2 Isomers (d-Meth & I-Meth)

D-Meth is a powerful CNS stimulantAKA: Speed, Crank, Crystal, Ice, YabaPhysically addictive

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HISTORY OF METHAMPHETAMINE

Made in Japan in 1893FDA approved it in 1944 for depression, Parkinson’s Disease, Alcoholism, Hay Fever (later reversed)Can only be prescribed now for ADHD &

extreme obesityDrug called Desoxyn Preview

(dextromethamphetamine)

HOW METH IS USED

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OTHER WARNING SIGNS

Strong or unusual odorSolvents, ether-like, vinegar like, pungent,

acrid or sour(ether, vinegar, rotting garbage, or cat urine)

PreviewDiscoloration of structure, pavement or soilIncreased activity, especially at nightUnusual security systems or other devices(Dogs)

WHAT METH LOOKS LIKE

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POSSIBLE ADVERSE SHORT TERM EFFECTS OF METHAMPHETAMINE

Nausea Diarrhea Dizziness PleasureBizarre & some times violent behaviorHallucinations Headache NervousnessPanic & Psychosis Irritability HyperthermiaIncreased Blood Pressure Dry mouthConvulsions Tremors/shakingSeizures Insomnia Cardiac arrhythmias

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POSSIBLE ADVERSE LONG TERM EFFECTS OFMETHAMPHETAMINE

Excessive weight loss MalnutritionLiver damage Anxiety ConfusionKidney disease Insomnia/sleep deprivationInfectious diseases HallucinationsDepression Paranoia Brain damage Uncontrolled rage/violence

Death StrokePreview

EFFECTS ON THE MOUTH & TEETH

Photo by D.C. Atty

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INDICATORS OF TWEAKING

Rapid eye movement (Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus)Talk in quick voice with a slight quiverJerky, exaggerated movementsScattered thoughts and paranoid delusions

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WHAT IS A CLANDESTINE DRUG LAB

A hidden, makeshiftchemical lab where illegal drugs

are manufactured or stored, and where chemicals used in the manufacture of illegal drugs

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FLAMMABLE LIQUIDSAcetoneAlcohol

Ethanol (Denatured alcohol) Methanol (Wood alcohol)Isopropyl Alcohol (Rubbing alcohol)

Coleman fuelEther (starting fluid)Xylene Preview

ECOMONICS OF METH LAB PROBLEM(YOUR TAX DOLLARS)

Costs for legal system for staff, time & equipment for investigation, surveillance, seizure, & processing of labs, arresting & prosecuting of suspectsCosts of prisons to hold convicted

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FIRE SERVICE INCIDENTSLEADING TO CLANDESTING LAB

DISCOVERYParticipating in a drug lab raidStructure fire callRoutine fire inspections PreviewEven home walk through or pre-planningMedical emergenciesMotor vehicle accidents

PROBLEMS ASSOCIATED WITH METH LABS

Product is high in demandMeth can be made anywhere

No legal supplyNot available at the local store

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DRUG LAB RESPONSE RESPONSIBILITIES

Investigation & Seizure-Law EnforcementChemical Emergency Response-HazmatFire Suppression-Fire PreviewAssessment/Inventory-Law EnforcementRemoval & Disposal-ContractorRemediation-Health Department, Property Owner

SITE ASSESSMENT

Complete a site assessment prior to requesting removal action

Assess all the operational areas of the lab including sheds, barns, & storage areas on the site PreviewIs stabilization or containment required?Assess waste stream & disposal routes

Pits, trenches, septic, waterways, & offsite

CLEANUP PROCEEDURES FOR STRUCTURES

VentingAir out prior to and during cleanup

Gross cleanupRemoval of chemicals & equipment

RemovalVisually contaminated itemsAbsorbent materials that cannot be easily cleaned Preview

Detergent-water washingNon-porous & semi porous surfaces

COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDER MITIGATION

Requires specialized equipmentPressures can vary from a few PSI to 10,000+ PSIAnhydrous Ammonia tanks rated at 250 PSIAnhydrous Ammonia tanks use interchangeable fittings as propane Ammonia fittings are made of stainless steel where propane fitting are made of brass which ammonia can tarnish green

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