Meth labs provide a unique and often more dangerous situation than some other aftermath scenarios. Meth labs are filled with highly toxic chemicals. Fire and explosions pose an immediate risk in meth labs due to the chemicals being used. Proper safety and cleanup of a meth or drug lab is essential as contact with the area can cause coughing, nausea, dizziness, chemical burns or even death. There are several ways to be exposed to the dangerous chemicals present in a meth lab including inhalation, absorption through the skin or even ingestion.

Besides the chemical dangers associated with meth labs, there are also booby traps that need to be considered. Individuals who run meth labs often take steps to protect their inventory, including the use of booby traps. First responders often report finding things like gasoline-filled light bulbs that will ignite at the flip of a switch. They have seen hidden trip wires that are connected to tear gas grenades and even explosive devices that are packed with broken glass. Due to these outrageously dangerous situations, it is vital that these scenes are approached with utmost caution and are entered only when the scene has been cleared by the first responders. After the first responders have done their job, aftermath clean up can begin slowly and tediously.