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Protecting Yourself, Protecting Yourself, Workers and Family from Workers and Family from
Pesticide PoisoningsPesticide Poisonings
What is a Pesticide?
Insecticides Rodenticides Fungicides Herbicides
Purchasing Pesticides
Read the label! Follow directions exactly Look for EPA registration number Obtain Material Safety Data Sheet
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Chemical identity
Hazards
Chemical & physical make-up
Fire/explosive data
Health hazards
Safe handling
Spill control
Appropriate use
MSDS Availability
Supplier of chemical/pesticide Manufacturer
Phone number on labels On-line
Toxicity
Amount of pesticide needed to cause harm
Risks can be minor or lethal Chemical absorption rates vary by
points of entry: Dermal (skin) oral (mouth) eyes
Absorption Rates (compared to forearm)
Body Part Absorption rate
Scalp 3.7
Forehead 4.2
Ear Canal 5.4
Abdomen 2.1
Forearm 1.0
Palm 1.3
Scrotal area 11.8
Ball of foot 1.6
Acute Toxicity Measurement of potential harm Toxicity classifications
Class I: Danger – Poison! (in red) Highly toxic
Class II: Warning Moderately toxic
Class III and IV: Caution Slightly toxic or relatively non-toxic
Chronic Toxicity Danger of repeated exposure
Birth defects Nervous disorders Tumors
Cholinesterase inhibition Confusion of nervous system
Protective Equipment
Read label to determine protection Consider nature of work performed Consider points of entry
Dermal, oral, eyes
Protective Equipment
Always wear Long-sleeved
shirt Full-length
pants Splash goggles
Moderate to severe toxicity requires Rubber gloves Rubber boots Chemical
cartridge respirator
Mixing Pesticides Follow directions carefully
Learn formulations Use only recommended amount Use only on site listed Do not use heavy containers Use appropriate measuring tools
Mixing Pesticides
Keep hands away from face Pour liquids on a flat surface Open powders with scissors Do not put your hands in
pesticides!
Mixing Pesticides
Mix in well ventilated area Check weather conditions Close all containers when finished
Loading Pesticides
Select job appropriate equipment Back toward the wind Use anti-siphoning device Fill tank with water first Add pesticides away from water
source Load pesticides in field
Applying Pesticides Set appropriate delivery rate Use recommended speed Check sprayer
Loose connections Worn hoses Clogged equipment
Applying Pesticides Observe weather
Spraying is prohibited on windy days! Don’t apply in heavy rain
Re-entry Don’t enter sprayed areas until safe Post warnings around treated areas Know pre-harvest interval
Cleaning Up
Pressure wash all containers Keep cleaning supplies
accessible
Thoroughly Clean Equipment
Spray with detergent and water
Rinse tank, hose, nozzle Flush with clean water Store tank upside down
Sanitize Clothing Wash gloves Wash clothing separate from
family laundry Take a shower immediately Throw away heavily contaminated
clothing
Safe Disposal
Pesticides Containers Rinse water
Storing Pesticides Well ventilated, dry area Keep storage area locked Use appropriate signage Keep in original container Don’t keep excess on hand Don’t store with livestock or with feed Don’t store with protective equipment
Pesticide Poisoning Know symptoms of poisoning from
products used Post emergency numbers by phone
Poison control Physician Hospital
Always keep labels & MSDS handy!