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It’s always a bad day when you have to resort to tear gas. Maybe inmates at the local prison had grown unruly, perhaps protesters had taken things too far. Whatever the situation, when law enforcement agencies have to use tear gas, everyone’s having a bad day.

Unfortunately, tear gas cleanup is one of the most difficult cleaning jobs we encounter. Steri-Clean’s experts can get the job done, of course, but cleaning up tear gas residue is a complex and often daunting task.

What is Tear Gas Anyways?

Tear Gases contain powerful chemicals that can irritate the eyes, skin, lungs, nostrils, and more. These chemicals can be so painful that they can force crowds to disperse. Indeed, tear gas’s primary purpose is to incapacitate people so that they cannot resist law enforcement officers or otherwise threaten the community.

Tear gas is stored in a canister that’s fired out of a shotgun-like gun. The canister itself looks a lot a torpedo and when it comes into contact with a hard surface, usually the ground, it will rupture. This releases a fine, oily mist that contains harsh chemicals, such as:

Chlorobenzylidene malononitrile (CS)
Chloroacetophenone (CN)
Oleoresin Capsicum (also known as pepper spray)
Dibenzoxazepine (CR)

These chemicals are extremely noxious, and in tear gas, highly concentrated. If tear gas comes into contact with your skin or eyes, or if you inhale it, you’re in for a bad time.

You’ve probably scene clouds of tear gas, either in real life or through videos. If so, you’ll notice that the smoke is extremely thick and has a tendency to linger for a long time. However, the smoke itself will eventually disperse. Yet even when it does, tear gas residue will remain and could continue to pose a threat or nuisance to the community.

Why Professional Tear Gas Cleaning Services Are Needed:

It’s tempting to think that once the smoke dissipates, the danger has passed. Far from it. And no, not even a heavy rain is enough to wash away all of the tear gas residue. Of course, you could always try to clean the residue yourself but if the proper precautions are not exercised, you could be injured.

Tear gas residue is highly concentrated and if you come into direct contact with it, you could end up hospitalized. Fortunately, the experts at Steri-Clean know how to clean up tear gas safely and effectively.

So don’t expose yourself or your employees to unnecessary risks. Let Steri-Clean safely remove the tear gas residue.

How Steri-Clean Addresses Tear Gas Residue

We use solvents designed specifically to neutralize tear gas. Unlike some other cleaners, we generally don’t use high-heat treatment to remove tear gas residue. This method is outdated and can cause various problems, including property damage. At Steri-Clean, we always use the latest technologies and practices.

Afterward, we will use advanced scanners to scour any rooms or affected areas. It’s vital that all of the tear gas residue be identified and neutralized as it will continue to “off-gas” for months, releasing noxious fumes.

If tear gas has sunk into drywall, the walling itself may need to be removed. Likewise, affected furniture, carpeting, and personal belongings will all need to be cleaned or removed.

Contact Steri-Clean 24/7 For Tear Gas Residue Cleanup

If tear gas has been used, it’s important to clean up the residue as quickly as possible. The longer the tear gas sits, the deeper it can sink into surfaces, including floors and walls. Further, tear gas is a hazard and while the residue remains, it will pose a threat to the community.