SKC 560-001 MethAlert Kit Colorimetric Wipe Kit - Manual

MethAlert Colorimetric Wipe Kit
for Methamphetamine Residues on Surfaces
Developed by the U.S. National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH),
Centers for Disease Control (CDC), MethAlert colorimetric wipes are the fast way to
determine if methamphetamine residue above 15 μg is present on surfaces. MethAlert
is ideal for use by health and safety professionals, industrial hygienists, law enforce-
ment personnel, fi rst-responders, social services, real estate agents, or anyone who
needs to determine if methamphetamine residue is present on a specifi c surface.
Using MethAlert
See Cautions and Handling on pages 4-5 before proceeding.
Store Step 1, Step 2, and Step 3 solutions at ≤ 39.2 F (4 C). See Storing
on page 5.
Keep solutions at ≤ 39.2 F (4 C) at all times. Pack in cooler with ice for
fi eld use. Cap tightly.
Do not store MethAlert products with food.
1. Put on clean gloves supplied in kit.
Use new, clean gloves for each test.
2. Place supplied wax paper on a level surface. Place
test items (from bag) and bott les on wax paper.
3. Place template on test surface.
SKC recommends adhering template to surface.
4. Remove screw cap and adhesive foil seal from Step 1
Wett ing Agent bott le. Insert and tighten spray nozzle.
Prime spray bott le in waste can.
5. Remove gauze pad from package and spray gauze
2 times with Step 1 Wett ing Agent at a distance of
approximately 4 inches.
Place items on wax paper.
Place template.
Spray 2 times with Step 1
Wett ing Agent.
Operating Instructions
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