Introduction :
The majority of amphetamine-type substances in Australia in 2000-01 were domestically produced in clandestine laboratories.
These labs range from relatively large, well organised operations to small, mobile labs that can be set up in hotel rooms or caravans. Regardless of their size, due to the hazardous chemicals used and the fire hazard posed, these labs are a serious threat to the community. In fact these labs present one of the most dangerous situations police can face.
(Well why not leave it alone then? Dont they know that what one does to thier own body is of thier choice and if they blow themselves up then that thier own funeral then, isnt it?)
In 2002, NSW Police have attended 40 clandestine labs – a record number. This is indicative of trends Australia-wide, with over 200 labs being identified in 2000-01 up from just over 150 in 1999-2000 (Australian Illicit Drug Report 2000-01).
Given that many of these labs have been discovered in suburban properties, the risk to neighbouring houses and indeed the surrounding community is significant. Besides the immediate risk of fire and explosion, the chemical by-products are often disposed of in local drains and garbage.
(Well, if they are stupid enough to set up a lab in thier own house then of course there is going to be casualties, but if cops have brains they would realise that most labs are in abandoned factories and places like that, supposably bought for "Demolition")
Strange Odours :
The production of illicit drugs such as methylamphetamine uses highly toxic chemicals. The reactions produce strong fumes. Smells to be aware of include ammonia, acetone, acid and solvents.
(Maybe they keep pigs in the pen out in the yard..? those bastards stink and i wouldnt blame you for using something that smells like ammonia..)
Unusual Traffic Flow :
Watch for frequent short visits by different cars at any time of the day or night - -darkness provides more cover. Be suspicious of vehicles with obscured or absent number plates. Be aware also of vehicles delivering containers of chemicals, gas cylinders and lab equipment to residential premises.
(Maybe they have lots of friends? Maybe they wreck cars for a living? or maybe its a whore house...? Who knows? As for the gas cylinders..? Maybe they have a big gas BBQ! that need chemicals to wash it after!?)
Blacked Out Windows :
Plastic or cloth sheeting is often placed over the windows to conceal operations and block out the powerful lighting that is frequently on at all hours (hydroponic cannabis).
(Maybe they are just dissasociative..)
Hose and Pipes for Ventilation and Tampered Water and Power Supplies :
Hydroponic cannabis requires powerful lighting and a constant water supply. The toxic fumes created by methylamphetamine production require a well ventilated environment not commonly found in residential residences.
(Maybe they are syphening the family fish tank?)
Chemical Containers and Waste :
The chemicals used in the manufacture of methylamphetamine are highly toxic and can cause serious damage to health - even death, if a person is exposed to them. These chemicals (used and unused) are often stored on the site. Some of the chemicals to look out for include:
Hypophosphorous acid
Hydriodic acid
Hydrochloric acid
Phenylacetic acid
Formamide
Acetic Anhydride
Sodium Acetate
Iodine
Red Phosphorous
Acetone
Toluene
Methylated spirits in large quantities
Also be suspicious of large quantities of empty of cold and flu tablet packets. Amphetamine production uses pseudoephedrine, which is taken from these tablets. (Maybe they have a bad-ass cold...)
(As for the empty drums, maybe they like outdoor fires!?)
Other signs :
* An unusually high level of security surrounding premises i.e. cameras, fencing and dogs.
(Maybe they like dogs? Fence: Maybe they want privacy from everyone staring into thier house trying to work out if they are drug dealers or not? (because of this information) As for the cameras, maybe they want to know who is knocking on thier door because they live in a bad neighbourhood...)
* Unusual fires or explosions (methylamphetamine manufacture).
(Maybe they are making explosives not drugs..?)
The Bits in red are what my friends and I wrote after going over this information carefully, what do you think? haha...
