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Signs & Symptoms of Former or Current Meth Lab
Methamphetamine is made from pseudoephedrine and common chemical household ingredients. When these ingredients are combined in the cooking process the harmful chemical residues remain on surfaces such as walls, ceilings, carpet, toys, and furniture for months or years after cooking has taken place. During the cooking process 5 to 7 pounds chemical waste is created for each pound of meth produced. The byproducts from meth production are considered hazardous waste. There are health effects associated with chemical exposure before, during, and after the meth production process. Meth residue emitted into the air causes health issues to the individual’s skin, eyes, lungs, liver, and kidneys. Proper clean up of a contaminated site usually requires that of a certified decontamination specialist, or in some cases, a former meth lab may require demolition of a contaminated structure.
Be able to recognize a current or former meth lab by learning the signs. Read below for a list of characteristics and items commonly found at meth production sites.
· Unusual, strong odors (similar to cat urine, ether, ammonia, acetone or other chemicals)
· Windows blacked out
· Dark red phosphorous stains in the sinks, toilets and/or bathtubs, or red staining on the interior walls, counter tops and flooring
· Signs of chemical burns and spills on the counter tops and flooring
· Visible areas in the yard where chemicals have been dumped
· Guard dogs on the premises
· Baby monitors in use when there are no children around
· ”Keep Out” or “No Trespassing” signs posted on property
· Dead or dying vegetation
· Burn pits outside with chemical container remains
· Packaging or containers from cold medicines
· Coffee filters unused and used with red stains in them
· Excessive trash with large amounts of the following: alcohol, ether, benzene, toluene/paint thinner, Freon, acetone, chloroform, camp stove fuel, starting fluid, antifreeze, anhydrous ammonia, “Heet,” white gasoline, phenyl-2-propane, phenylacetone, phenylpropanolamine, iodine crystals, red phosphorous, black iodine, lye (Red Devil lye), Drano, muriatic/hydrochloric acid, battery acid/sulfuric acid, Epsom salts, batteries/lithium, sodium metal, wooden matches, propane cylinders, hot plates, ephedrine (over-the-counter), cold tablets, bronchodilators, energy boosters, rock salt, diet aids
Meth Residue Test Kits
The Cheyenne-Laramie County Meth Initiative provides free meth residue test kits to the public. *Note * there is a $45 lab fee for processing. Please call 1-307-633-6633 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to request yours.
Signs & Symptoms of Former or Current Meth Lab
Methamphetamine is made from pseudoephedrine and common chemical household ingredients. When these ingredients are combined in the cooking process the harmful chemical residues remain on surfaces such as walls, ceilings, carpet, toys, and furniture for months or years after cooking has taken place. During the cooking process 5 to 7 pounds chemical waste is created for each pound of meth produced. The byproducts from meth production are considered hazardous waste. There are health effects associated with chemical exposure before, during, and after the meth production process. Meth residue emitted into the air causes health issues to the individual’s skin, eyes, lungs, liver, and kidneys. Proper clean up of a contaminated site usually requires that of a certified decontamination specialist, or in some cases, a former meth lab may require demolition of a contaminated structure.
Be able to recognize a current or former meth lab by learning the signs. Read below for a list of characteristics and items commonly found at meth production sites.
· Unusual, strong odors (similar to cat urine, ether, ammonia, acetone or other chemicals)
· Windows blacked out
· Dark red phosphorous stains in the sinks, toilets and/or bathtubs, or red staining on the interior walls, counter tops and flooring
· Signs of chemical burns and spills on the counter tops and flooring
· Visible areas in the yard where chemicals have been dumped
· Guard dogs on the premises
· Baby monitors in use when there are no children around
· ”Keep Out” or “No Trespassing” signs posted on property
· Dead or dying vegetation
· Burn pits outside with chemical container remains
· Packaging or containers from cold medicines
· Coffee filters unused and used with red stains in them
· Excessive trash with large amounts of the following: alcohol, ether, benzene, toluene/paint thinner, Freon, acetone, chloroform, camp stove fuel, starting fluid, antifreeze, anhydrous ammonia, “Heet,” white gasoline, phenyl-2-propane, phenylacetone, phenylpropanolamine, iodine crystals, red phosphorous, black iodine, lye (Red Devil lye), Drano, muriatic/hydrochloric acid, battery acid/sulfuric acid, Epsom salts, batteries/lithium, sodium metal, wooden matches, propane cylinders, hot plates, ephedrine (over-the-counter), cold tablets, bronchodilators, energy boosters, rock salt, diet aids
Meth Residue Test Kits
The Cheyenne-Laramie County Meth Initiative provides free meth residue test kits to the public. *Note * there is a $45 lab fee for processing. Please call 1-307-633-6633 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to request yours.