IPCS : Programme on Poisoning Prevention and Management Description:
Description:
The IPCS programme on Poisoning Prevention and Management seeks to build capacity in countries to deal with these problems. An important area of activity is promoting the establishment and strengthening of poisons centers - work carried out under the IPCS INTOX Programme.
Why this Tool/Guidance?
These tools will assist national authorities with the setting up of national poisons centers which will allow surveillance of potential pesticide poisonings through reported incidents.