Definition
A medical facility, accessible by telephone, that provides immediate expert advice on the handling of poisoning emergencies, including accidental skin contact with or ingestion of substances such as engine oils, fuels, and chemical additives.
Plain English
A phone service staffed by medical experts who tell you what to do right away if someone has been poisoned by a chemical, oil, or fuel.
Context Anchor
Seen in safety guidance for handling engine oil and other aircraft fluids during maintenance or preflight servicing.
Why Pilots Care
Engine oil and related fluids can cause serious harm if accidentally ingested or contacted during preflight or maintenance; having the correct regional number allows immediate, accurate advice instead of guessing.
Example Sentence 1
If engine oil is accidentally swallowed, call the regional poison control center immediately and follow their instructions.
Example Sentence 2
The checklist for handling oil leaks included the phone number for the regional poison control center in case of accidental exposure during inspection.