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Biflex
Termiticide & Insecticide
ACTIVE CONSTITUENT: 100 g/L BIFENTHRIN
SOLVENTS: 562 g/L LIQUID HYDROCARBONS
50 g/L N-METHYL-2-PYRROLIDONE

For the protection of structures from subterranean termite damage and for
the control of termites and a range of other urban pests, as specified in the
Directions for Use Table.

IMPORTANT: RESTRICTED CHEMICAL PRODUCT ONLY TO BE

SUPPLIED TO, OR USED BY AN AUTHORISED PERSON

IMPORTANT: READ THE ATTACHED LEAFLET BEFORE USE

Contents: 50 / 20 / 5 / 1 Litres

FMC FMC (Chemicals) Pty Ltd.

77 Tingira Street
Pinkenba Qld 4008

Contact Number 1800 066 355

FMC and Biflex are Registered Trademarks of FMC Corporation, Philadelphia, USA

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Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide
STORAGE, SPILLAGE AND
CONDITIONS OF USE BY DISPOSAL
AUTHORISED PERSONS
The pest control operator must be Store in closed original containers, in a
licensed under state legislation. cool, well ventilated area away from
The pest control operator must notify children, animals, food and feedstuffs.
site supervisor, if any, and workers Do not store for prolonged periods in
who come into contact with direct sunlight.
uncovered treated soil prior to laying In case of spillage, confine and absorb
the moisture membrane, to wear spilled product with absorbent material
appropriate personal protective such as sand, clay or cat litter. Dispose
equipment and to observe re-entry of waste as indicated below or
requirements. (For personal according to Australian Standard AS
protective equipment, refer to 2507 - Storage and Handling of
SAFETY DIRECTIONS, and for re- Pesticides. Do NOT allow spilled
entry, refer to PRECAUTIONS AND product to enter sewers, drains, creeks
RE-ENTRY PERIOD, below.) or any other waterways.

PRECAUTIONS AND RE-ENTRY 20 & 5 Litre containers only

PERIOD Triple or preferably pressure rinse
DO NOT spray into the air or directly on containers before disposal. Add
humans, pets or animals. Avoid contact rinsings to spray tank. Do not dispose
with food, food utensils or preparation of undiluted chemicals on site. If
surfaces. recycling, replace cap and return clean
containers to recycler or designated
Re-entry Period collection point.
If not recycling, break, crush or
Pre-Construction: Re-entry Do not puncture and bury empty containers in
allow entry into uncovered treated areas
a local authority landfill. If no landfill is
until the spray has dried. When prior
available, bury the containers below
entry is necessary, wear cotton overalls
500 mm in a disposal pit specifically
buttoned to the neck, wrist and elbow-
marked and set up for this purpose
length PVC, neoprene or nitrile gloves
clear of waterways, desirable
and chemical resistant footwear.
vegetation and tree roots. Empty
Clothing must be laundered after each
containers and product should not be
days use.
burnt.
Post-Construction and Urban Pest Do not bury waste or surplus product.
Control: Do not allow people and pets Dispose of undiluted waste by either
to enter treated areas until the spray has dilution and use according to the
dried. When prior entry is necessary, Directions for Use or returning to the
wear cotton overalls buttoned to the point of purchase in the original
neck, wrist and elbow-length PVC, container for controlled disposal.
neoprene or nitrile gloves and chemical Dispose of diluted surplus product by
resistant footwear. Clothing must be using according to the Directions for
laundered after each days use. Use. Do not re-use empty container.

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50 Litre Container only immediately with water. After use and
Empty contents fully into application before eating, drinking or smoking,
equipment. Close all valves and return wash hands, arms and face thoroughly
to point of supply for refill or storage. with soap and water. After each days
Do not bury waste or surplus product. use, wash gloves, face shield or
Dispose of undiluted waste by either goggles, respirator (if rubber wash with
dilution and use according to the detergent and warm water) and
Directions for Use or returning to the contaminated clothing.
point of purchase in the original
container for controlled disposal. FIRST AID
Dispose of diluted surplus product by If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or
using according to the Directions for Poisons Information Centre. Phone
Use. Australia 13 11 26. If swallowed do not
induce vomiting. Give a glass of water.
For further information, refer to MSDS
SAFETY DIRECTIONS No. FMC/BT&I/1.
Poisonous if swallowed. Will damage
eyes and will irritate the skin. Avoid WARRANTY
contact with eyes and skin. Do not FMC makes no warranty expressed or
inhale vapour or spray. When opening implied, concerning the use of this
container and preparing spray, wear product other than that indicated on the
cotton overalls buttoned to the neck label. Except as so warranted the
and wrist, a washable hat, elbow-length product is sold as is. Buyer and user
PVC, neoprene or nitrile gloves, face assume all risk of use and/or handling
shield or goggles and chemical and/or storage of this material when
resistant footwear. When using such use and/or handling and/or
prepared spray, wear cotton overalls storage is contrary to label instructions.
buttoned to the neck and wrist, a
washable hat, elbow-length PVC,
neoprene or nitrile gloves and chemical
resistant footwear. When using in
enclosed areas, wear cotton overalls
buttoned to the neck and wrist, a
washable hat, elbow-length PVC, Batch No:
neoprene or nitrile gloves, chemical
resistant footwear and half-face
respirator with the combined dust and Date of Manufacture:
gas cartridge. If clothing becomes
contaminated with product or wet with
spray, remove clothing immediately. If NRA Approval No. 54547/0801
product or spray on skin, immediately
wash area with soap and water. If
product in eyes, wash it out

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Biflex
Termiticide & Insecticide

ACTIVE CONSTITUENT: 100 g/L BIFENTHRIN

SOLVENTS: 562 g/L LIQUID HYDROCARBONS
50 g/L N-METHYL-2-PYRROLIDONE

For the protection of structures from subterranean termite damage and for
the control of termites and a range of other urban pests, as specified in the
Directions for Use Table.

IMPORTANT: RESTRICTED CHEMICAL PRODUCT ONLY TO BE

SUPPLIED TO, OR USED BY AN AUTHORISED PERSON

IMPORTANT: READ THIS LEAFLET BEFORE USE

FMC FMC (Chemicals) Pty Ltd.

77 Tingira Street
Pinkenba Qld 4008

Contact Number 1800 066 355

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Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide: DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Restraints:
Do NOT use this product at less than indicated label rates.
Do NOT apply to soils if excessively wet or immediately after heavy rain to avoid run-off of the chemical.
Do NOT use in cavity walls (except via certified cavity infill reticulation systems or direct treatment of nest).

Pest Situations State Rate Critical Comments

Spiders External All states 25 - 50 Use the higher rate in situations where pest pressure is high, when rapid
Areas & mL/10L knockdown and/or maximum residual protection is desired. Pay particular
Surrounds of attention to protected dark areas such as cracks and crevices, under floors,
Domestic, eaves and other known hiding or resting places. For overall band surface
Commercial, spray, apply as a coarse, low pressure surface spray to areas where
Public & spiders hide, frequent and rest. Spray to the point of run-off using around 5
Industrial L of spray mixture per 100 m2 and ensuring thorough coverage of the
buildings and treated surfaces.
structures
For crack and crevice treatment use an appropriate solid stream nozzle.
For maximum spider control use a two part treatment.
1. Crack and crevice.
2. Overall band spray of surfaces.

Papernest External All states 50 mL/10L Apply prepared emulsion to the point of runoff directly to the papernest
Wasps Areas & ensuring thorough and even coverage. When all adult wasps have been
Surrounds of knocked-down the nest may be safely removed from the structure.
Domestic,
Commercial,
Public &
Industrial
buildings and
structures

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 Pest Situations State Rate Critical Comments
Ants, External All states 50 100 On non-porous surfaces apply as a coarse spray at the rate of 1 L of emulsion
Areas & mL/10L per 20 m2. When treating non-porous surfaces do not exceed the point of run-off.
Cockroaches,
Surrounds of On porous surfaces or use through power equipment, spray at the rate of 1 L of
Mosquitoes,
Domestic, emulsion per 10 m2. When treating porous surfaces do not exceed the point of
Fleas, Commercial, run-off.
Flies, Public & Use the higher rate in situations where pest pressure is high, when rapid
Ticks Industrial knockdown and/or maximum residual protection is desired. The lower rate may
(excluding the buildings and be used for follow-up treatments.
paralysis tick structures
Ixodes To control ants apply to trails and nests. Repeat as necessary.
holocyclus)
To control fleas and ticks apply prepared emulsion to outside surfaces of
(Adults & buildings and surrounds including but not limited to foundations, verandahs,
Nymphs) window frames, eaves, patios, garages, pet housing, soil, turf, trunks of woody
ornamentals or other areas where pests congregate or have been seen.
To control flies and mosquitoes apply prepared emulsion to surfaces where
insects rest or harbour. Reapply as necessary.
For perimeter treatments apply the prepared emulsion to a band of soil or
vegetation two to three meters wide around and adjacent to the structure. Also
treat the foundation of the structure to a height of approximately one metre. Use a
spray volume of 5 to 10 L per 100 m2. Higher volumes of water may be needed if
organic matter is present or foliage is dense.
Subterranean Domestic, All states, Refer to Refer to Table B.
Termites Public, except Tas Table A
Commercial
& Industrial
areas

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TABLE A: Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide use rates for control of SUBTERRANEAN TERMITES
Situations All areas SOUTH of the Tropic of Capricorn (except Tas.) All areas NORTH of the Tropic of Capricorn
Rate Expected Protection Period * Rate Expected Protection Period *
Pre-Construction 1 L/100L At least 10 years 1.5 L/100L 5 years
Barriers 1 L/100L (Note 1) 4 years
Under slabs and under 500 mL/100L 10 years 750 mL/100L (Note 1) 3 years
suspended floors with less
than 400 mm crawl space 500 mL/100L (Note 1) 2 years

Perimeter Barriers 1 L/100L At least 10 years 1.5 L/100L 5 years

For new and existing buildings 500 mL/100L 10 years 1 L/100L 4 years
250 mL/100L 3 years 750 mL/100L 3 years
500 mL/100L 2 years
Post-Construction Barriers 1 L/100L At least 10 years 1.5 L/100L 5 years
Under slabs and under 1 L/100L 4 years
suspended floors with less 500 mL/100L 10 years 750 mL/100L 3 years
than 400 mm crawl space 500 mL/100L 2 years
Reticulation systems 1 L/100L At least 10 years 1.5 L/100L 5 years
Perimeter and/or service 500 mL/100L 10 years 1 L/100L 4 years
penetration treatment only 250 mL/100L 3 years 750 mL/100L 3 years
500 mL/100L 2 years
Reticulation Systems 500 mL/100L 5 years 1 L/100L 2 years
Cavity infill & footing barriers

Protection of Poles & 500 mL/100L 10 years 1.5 L/100L 5 years

Fence 1 L/100L 4 years
Posts 750 mL/100L 3 years
Nest Eradication 500 mL/100L Not applicable 500 mL/100L Not applicable
Note 1: This rate must be used in conjunction with a certified reticulation system that is capable of distributing the Termiticide & Insecticide emulsion according to the
product label and the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series.
* The need for retreatment is to be determined as a result of at least an annual inspection, or more frequently in high risk areas, by a qualified Pest Control
Operator.
The actual protection period will depend on the termite hazard, climate, soil conditions and rate of termiticide used.

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TABLE B: CRITICAL COMMENTS for use against SUBTERRANEAN TERMITES

Situations Critical Comments

Pre-Construction Apply with suitable application equipment to form a complete and continuous chemical barrier (both vertical and horizontal) under
Barriers the slab. The formation of the barrier may require a combination of conventional open wand application and soil trenching and/or
Under Slabs rodding applications. Recommended rod spacing should be between 150 and 300 mm, as per soil type. For additional information
for protection of refer to CRITICAL APPLICATION DETAILS on this label and the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series.
new buildings An external perimeter barrier (both horizontal and vertical) is an essential part of termite protection and must be installed at the
completion of the building. Refer to Perimeter Barriers below, for further details.
Chemical barriers that have been disturbed by construction, excavation and/or landscaping activities will need to be reapplied to
restore continuity of the barrier.

Pre-Construction For areas beneath suspended floors that have inadequate access (eg. less than 400 mm clearance), the entire sub-floor area
Barriers should be treated as a continuous horizontal barrier, which completely abuts an internal vertical barrier around any substructure
Under suspended walls. Ideally, this operation should be done during construction of the building while access is more readily available.
floors For areas beneath suspended floors which have adequate access (eg. more than 400 mm clearance), install perimeter barriers
around each individual pier, stump, service penetration and substructure walls.
An external perimeter barrier (both horizontal and vertical) is an essential part of termite protection and must be installed at the
completion of the building. Refer to Perimeter Barriers in this leaflet, for further details.

Perimeter Barriers Perimeter barriers (both horizontal and vertical, external and where required, internal or sub-floor) are an essential part of termite
for new and existing protection and must be installed at the completion of the building. Perimeter barriers should be installed around slabs, piers,
buildings substructure walls and external penetration points.
Apply with suitable application equipment to form a continuous chemical barrier (both vertical and horizontal) around the structure
and to a depth reaching to 80 mm below the top of the footings, where appropriate. The formation of the barrier may require a
combination of several application techniques, including soil trenching and/or rodding and open wand applications.
Chemical barriers that have been disturbed by construction, excavation and/or landscaping activities will need to be reapplied to
restore continuity of the barrier.

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Table B Continued

Situations Critical Comments

Post- Apply with suitable application equipment to form a continuous chemical barrier (both vertical and horizontal) around and under the
Construction structure with particular emphasis on known infestation areas. The formation of the barrier may require a combination of several
Barrier application techniques, including soil rodding, trenching, open wand applications and sub-slab injections.
Treatments Chemical barriers beneath concrete slabs and paths will require concrete drilling. Recommended drill hole spacings are between 150
for the protection and 300 mm. To enhance soil distribution use a lateral dispersion tip on the injector and up to 10 L of emulsion per linear metre. To
of existing ensure formation of a continuous barrier, holes should be drilled no more than 150 mm from walls or expansion joints.
buildings For areas beneath suspended floors that have inadequate access (eg. less than 400 mm clearance), the entire sub-floor area should
be treated as a continuous horizontal barrier, which completely abuts an internal vertical barrier around any substructure walls.
Otherwise, install perimeter barriers around each individual pier, stump, penetration point and substructure walls.
Chemical barriers that have been disturbed by construction, excavation and/or landscaping activities will need to be reapplied to
restore continuity of the barrier.
Reticulation Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide must be used through a certified reticulation system to form and replenish perimeter barriers around
Systems buildings and service penetrations. The system must be installed according to the manufacturers specifications and be capable of
Perimeter and/or distributing the termiticide emulsion according to the product label and the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series.
service penetration Perimeter barriers consist of a horizontal barrier abutting a vertical barrier, which must reach down to the top of the footings.
treatment only Delivery pipes must be placed in such a position to ensure that the requirements for both horizontal and vertical barriers as
specified in the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series are met. Special attention must also be afforded to the positioning of the
delivery pipes to ensure that the resultant termiticidal barriers are continuous and complete.
Apply the prepared termiticide emulsion by pumping through the system according to the manufacturers specifications. Use a
3
minimum delivery volume of 100 L of emulsion per m of soil. This equates to a delivery volume of 5 L of emulsion per linear metre for
a vertical barrier 300 mm x 150 mm in dimension.
Pre-Construction For use in conjunction with full soil treatment horizontal barriers only: apply the diluted emulsion through
the perimeter reticulation system as specified above. Follow instructions for Pre-Construction horizontal barrier formation.

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Table B Continued

Reticulation Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide must be used through a certified reticulation system to form and replenish cavity infill and footing
Systems barriers. The system must be installed according to the manufacturers specifications and be capable of distributing the termiticide
Cavity infill & footing emulsion according to the product label and the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series.
barriers Delivery pipes must be placed in such a position to ensure that the requirements for both horizontal and vertical barriers as
specified in the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series are met. Special attention must also be afforded to the positioning of the
delivery pipes to ensure that the resultant termiticidal barriers are continuous and complete.
Apply the prepared termiticide emulsion by pumping through the system according to the manufacturers specifications with a
delivery volume of 2 L of emulsion per linear meter of delivery pipe.
Note: Where this system is to be installed at the pre-construction stage, a full under slab pre-construction barrier, applied
by either open wand application or suitably certified reticulation system, is also recommended.
The recommended rate of application is 2 L of emulsion per linear metre which equates to 2 L of emulsion per 0.0068 m or
3
3
approximately 7 L of sand. Should the volume of fill in the wall cavity deviate from 7 L (0.17 m x 0.04 m x 1 m = 0.0068 m ) per
linear metre of wall cavity, then the amount of Biflex emulsion applied per linear metre of wall cavity should be adjusted accordingly.
As a guide, the target bifenthrin loading of treated sand/soil in a cavity infill situation is 110 mg/kg South of the Tropic of Capricorn
and 220 mg/kg North of the Tropic of Capricorn.
To facilitate more even distribution of the Biflex emulsion in the wall cavity, ensure that the fill is evenly compacted at the time of
installation. To further enhance distribution saturation of the sand/soil in the infill is recommended at the time of treatment.

Protection of Create a continuous termiticide barrier 450 mm deep and 150 mm wide around the pole or post by soil injection or rodding. For new
3
Service Poles and poles and posts, treat backfill and the bottom of the hole. Use 100 L of emulsion per m of soil.
Fence Posts Regular inspections should be undertaken to determine when and if retreatment is necessary. If disturbance of the barrier has
occurred, retreatment of the area affected will be required.
Posts and poles may also be drilled and injected with spray solution.
Note: For existing poles and posts, it is impractical to treat the full depth and underneath of such poles and posts and
therefore the possibility of future termite attack from below the treated area cannot be ruled out.

Eradication of Locate nest and flood with insecticide emulsion. Trees, poles, posts and stumps containing nests may require drilling prior to
Termite Nest treatment with termiticide emulsion. The purpose of drilling is to ensure the termiticide emulsion is distributed throughout the entire
nest. Drill holes in live trees should be sealed with an appropriate caulking compound after injection.

Note: The termiticide barrier provided by this product has a finite life. This together with the recommendation to undertake
annual inspections must be stated on the durable notice required by the BCA, B1.3(j)(ii).

NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE, OR IN ANY MANNER, CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED UNDER
APPROPRIATE LEGISLATION.

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Biflex Termiticide/Insecticide
CONDITIONS OF USE BY AUTHORISED PERSONS
The Pest Control Operator must be licensed under state legislation.
The Pest Control Operator must notify site supervisor, if any, and workers who
come into contact with uncovered treated soil prior to laying the moisture
membrane, to wear appropriate personal protective equipment and to observe re-
entry requirements. (For personal protective equipment, refer to SAFETY
DIRECTIONS, and for re-entry, refer to PRECAUTION: RE-ENTRY PERIODS,
below.)

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Urban Pest Control - Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide is a powerful knockdown and
residual pesticide. Ants, cockroaches, fleas, flies, mosquitoes, spiders, ticks and
wasps are controlled by direct contact with spray and also by residual action as they
come into contact with treated surfaces.

Termites - The use of Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide will help prevent and control
subterranean termite infestations in and around buildings and structures when used
in accordance with the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series, Termite Management.
A dilute termiticidal emulsion must be adequately dispersed into the soil to establish
a barrier between the building and subterranean termites in the soil. The purpose of
a termite barrier is to prevent concealed termite entry into the building.
The biology and behaviour of the termite species involved, should be considered by
the Pest Control Operator in determining which control measures are most
appropriate to control and prevent termite infestation.

MIXING
Add the required quantity of Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide to water in the spray
tank and mix thoroughly. Maintain agitation during both mixing and application.

To facilitate even application of the termiticide emulsion over the area to be treated,
the addition of a marker dye at label rates is recommended. On hard to wet soils,
the penetration of the termiticide emulsion may be improved by the addition of a soil
surfactant at label rates.
CRITICAL APPLICATION DETAILS
The application of Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide to form both horizontal and vertical
chemical barriers must be in accordance with the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series.

For treatment of new and existing buildings, both horizontal and vertical barriers may
be required around and under the building. External perimeter barriers and where
required, internal perimeter barriers, are an essential part of this treatment. The
purpose of a chemical termite soil barrier is to provide a continuous, no gap barrier
between the building and the termite colony. It is therefore essential that the Pest
Control Operator is familiar with the construction details of the building. For further
details, refer to the Horizontal Barrier Treatments and Vertical Barrier Treatments
statements in this leaflet and to the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series.

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Horizontal Barrier Treatments:
Use 5 L of emulsion per m2 of soil. Apply the termiticide emulsion evenly to the soil
surface area to ensure the provision of a continuous barrier with no gaps. To minimise
drift, use low pressure, high volume spray equipment delivering large coarse droplets. On
impervious soils where the application of 5 L/m2 would cause excessive run-off, the
application volume may be reduced provided the concentration of the emulsion is
increased by a corresponding amount. For example, the volume of applied concentrate
must remain constant at 25, 50 or 75 mL/m2 depending on the location and the situation.
Do not apply emulsion volumes below 2 L/m2.
In situations where the soil surface is very dry and conditions are conducive to rapid
drying, the area to be treated should be moistened prior to the termiticide application.
It is important to note that when applying a horizontal barrier to the perimeter of a
building or structure the chemical barrier is deemed to have a depth of 80 mm. In
situations where the emulsion will not readily wet the soil to the required depth, loosen
soil to a depth of 80 mm by 150 mm wide and apply 1.5 L of emulsion per lineal metre.

Vertical Barrier Treatments: To install a vertical barrier use a minimum of 100 L of

emulsion per m3 of soil. Vertical barriers must be a minimum of 150 mm wide, extend
down to 80 mm below the top of the footing and be complete and continuous. Vertical
barriers can be installed by trenching and treating the soil as it is backfilled, by soil
rodding or by the use of certified reticulation systems, as described in the Australian
Standard AS 3660 Series. The preferred method of installing a vertical barrier treatment
is either by trenching and treating the soil as it is backfilled or by delivery via a certified
reticulation system. When using the soil rodding method to establish a vertical barrier the
distance between rod spacings should be as per the following table. To improve soil
penetration, the soil should be loosened to a depth of 150 mm.

Soil Type Rod spacing (mm)

Heavy clay 150
Clay loams 200
Loams 250
Sands 300
Perimeter Barrier Treatments:
Perimeter barriers consist of horizontal barriers at least 150 mm wide adjoining a vertical
barrier of at least 150 mm in width. A perimeter barrier must completely surround all
buildings, pipes, piers and service penetrations. In buildings with suspended floors with
greater than 400 mm crawl space, perimeter barriers should be installed to surround piers,
stumps and service penetrations and completely abut all substructure walls.
To ensure provision of a continuous barrier use a minimum of 100 L of emulsion per m3 of
soil. This equates to a delivery volume of 5 L of emulsion per linear metre for a 300 mm
vertical barrier, or 10 L of emulsion per linear metre for a 600 mm vertical barrier.
Termites may gain access behind engaged piers against single brick walls unless the soil
is treated on both sides of the wall down to the footing.
Post-Construction Under Slab Treatments:
For concrete slabs, the emulsion needs to be injected through pre-drilled holes through
the slab, at intervals between 150 mm and 300 mm. The following table shows the
recommended hole spacing and recommended volume of spray solution required per
hole, depending on the soil type.
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 Soil Type Hole spacing Litres per
(mm) hole
Heavy clay 150 1.5
Clay loams 200 2
Loams 250 2.5
Sands 300 3

Application equipment used to inject Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide through pre-drilled
holes in an interior situation must be in good working order, free of any leaks and the
injector must have tip shut-off to prevent nozzle dripping. Lateral dispersion tips are
recommended. Drill holes must be resealed following injection of the Biflex emulsion.
The decision and/or need for drilling concrete floor slabs should only be made after a
thorough inspection of the building. The degree of termite activity should also be taken
into consideration.

Treatment in Conjunction with Physical Barriers: In situations where the termite

protection system is to consist of a combination of both physical and chemical
barriers, each certified system must be installed according to the relevant and
appropriate product specification and the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series.

Reticulation Systems: Biflex Termiticide & Insecticide can be used through

reticulation systems to form horizontal and vertical barriers under and around
structures and all service penetrations. The reticulation system must be certified and
be capable of distributing the termiticide emulsion according to the product label and
the Australian Standard AS 3660 Series.

In situations using reticulation systems to form barriers around the perimeter and/or
service penetrations only, a full pre-construction soil applied Biflex Termiticide &
Insecticide horizontal barrier is recommended. It is the responsibility of the builder
and all relevant sub-contractors to ensure that all termite barrier systems are installed
in accordance with the relevant product installation directions and the Australian
Standard AS 3660 Series.

Service Requirements: Service requirements are to be determined as a result of at

least an annual inspection by a licensed Pest Control Operator. More frequent
inspections may be required in high risk termite areas.
In determining the need for service , factors such as local termite pressure, breaches
of the barrier and termiticide longevity should be considered.
Subterranean termites are on occasions capable of bridging termite barriers
and therefore regular inspections, as detailed in the Australian Standard AS
4349.3, will significantly increase the probability of detection of termite activity
before any damage or costly repairs are required.

Several factors contribute to longevity of the termite treatment and must be considered
when evaluating the need for retreatment. The actual protection period will depend on
the termite hazard, climate, soil conditions and rate of termiticide used. Refer to Table
A for the expected protection periods provided.

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PRECAUTIONS AND RE-ENTRY PERIOD
DO NOT spray into the air or directly on humans, pets or animals. Avoid contact with
food, food utensils or preparation surfaces.
Re-entry Period
Pre-Construction: Re-entry Do not allow entry into uncovered treated areas until the
spray has dried. When prior entry is necessary, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the
neck, wrist and elbow-length PVC, neoprene or nitrile gloves and chemical resistant
footwear. Clothing must be laundered after each days use.

Post-Construction and Urban Pest Control: Do not allow people and pets to enter
treated areas until the spray has dried. When prior entry is necessary, wear cotton
overalls buttoned to the neck, wrist and elbow-length PVC, neoprene or nitrile gloves and
chemical resistant footwear. Clothing must be laundered after each days use.

PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE, FISH, CRUSTACEAN AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Dangerous to fish and aquatic organisms. Do not contaminate dams, rivers, streams,
waterways or drains with product or the used container.

PROTECTION OF PETS AND LIVESTOCK

Before spraying, remove animals and pets from the areas to be treated. Cover or
remove any open food and water containers. Cover or remove fish ponds, aquariums etc
before spraying.

STORAGE, SPILLAGE AND DISPOSAL

Store in closed original containers, in a cool, well ventilated area away from children,
animals, food and feedstuffs. Do not store for prolonged periods in direct sunlight.
In case of spillage, confine and absorb spilled product with absorbent material such as
sand, clay or cat litter. Dispose of waste as indicated below or according to the
Australian Standard AS 2507 - Storage and Handling of Pesticides. Do NOT allow
spilled product to enter sewers, drains, creeks or any other waterways.
The method of disposal of the container depends on the container type. Read the
Storage and Disposal instructions on the label that is attached to the container.

SAFETY DIRECTIONS
Poisonous if swallowed. Will damage eyes and will irritate the skin. Avoid contact
with eyes and skin. Do not inhale vapour or spray. When opening container and
preparing spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat,
elbow-length PVC, neoprene or nitrile gloves, face shield or goggles and chemical
resistant footwear. When using prepared spray, wear cotton overalls buttoned to the
neck and wrist, a washable hat, elbow-length PVC, neoprene or nitrile gloves and
chemical resistant footwear. When using in enclosed areas, wear cotton overalls
buttoned to the neck and wrist, a washable hat, elbow-length PVC, neoprene or nitrile
gloves, chemical resistant footwear and half-face respirator with the combined dust
and gas cartridge. If clothing becomes contaminated with product or wet with spray,
remove clothing immediately. If product or spray on skin, immediately wash area with
soap and water. If product in eyes, wash it out immediately with water. After use and
before eating, drinking or smoking, wash hands, arms and face thoroughly with soap
and water. After each days use, wash gloves, face shield or goggles, respirator (if
rubber wash with detergent and warm water) and contaminated clothing.
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FIRST AID
If poisoning occurs, contact a doctor or Poisons Information Centre. Phone Australia
13 11 26. If swallowed do not induce vomiting. Give a glass of water.

For further information, refer to MSDS No. FMC/ BT&I/1.

WARRANTY
FMC makes no warranty expressed or implied, concerning the use of this product
other than that indicated on the label. Except as so warranted the product is sold as
is. Buyer and user assume all risk of use and/or handling and/or storage of this
material when such use and/or handling and/or storage is contrary to label
instructions.

NRA Approval No. 54547/0801

FMC and Biflex are Registered Trademarks of FMC Corporation, Philadelphia, USA.

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