SAFETY TRAINING GUIDE FOR TRAINED SERVICEPERSONS

S A F E T Y T R A I N I N G G U I D E

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T R A I N E D S E R V I C E P E R S O N S

A Guide for Non-Certified Pesticide Handlers

O H I O D E P A R T M E N T O F A G R I C U L T U R E

P E S T I C I D E R E G U L A T I O N S E C T I O N

Developed by:

Thomas J. HarrisonPesticide Control SupervisorPesticide Regulation SectionOhio Department of Agriculture

Thomas A. CammPesticide Control SpecialistPesticide Regulation SectionOhio Department of Agriculture

Revised by:Diana RollCertification & Training SectionPesticide RegulationBased on the USEPA publicationProtect Yourself from pesticides — Guide for Pesticide Handlers

Principal Reviewers

Stephanie Boyd, Pesticide Licensing Section, Ohio Department of Agriculture

Acknowledgement is given for die use of text and graphics from Protect Yourself fromPesticides – Guide for Pesticide Handlers, USEPA.

Additional graphics are from:Applying Pesticides Correctly – A Guide for Private and Commercial Applicators

USEPA/USDA

Urban Integrated Pest Management — A Guide for Commercial Applicators, USEPAA Study Guide for Commercial Turfgrass Applicators, OSU Extension Bulletin 841-8 Calibrationo f Hand Sprayers for Herbicide Application, OSU Extension Bulletin F20 Sewer Line RootControl, University of California

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T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S

Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 1

Unit 1 Pesticide Exposure ..................................................................................................................... 7

Unit 2 Signs and Symptoms of Poisoning.......................................................................................... 10

Unit 3 Emergency First Aid ............................................................................................................... 12

Unit 4 Other Health Effects................................................................................................................ 16

Unit 5 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)..................................................................................... 18

Unit 6 Respirators............................................................................................................................... 22

Unit 7 Pesticide Labels....................................................................................................................... 27

Unit 8 Transporting Pesticides .......................................................................................................... 33

Unit 9 Storing Pesticides .................................................................................................................... 34

Unit 10 Mixing and Loading Pesticides ............................................................................................. 35

Unit 11 Applying Pesticides............................................................................................................... 38

Unit 12 Cleaning Up Pesticide Spills ................................................................................................. 41

Unit 13 Cleaning Pesticide Containers............................................................................................... 44

Unit 14 Disposing of Pesticides and Pesticide Containers................................................................. 46

Unit 15 Cleaning Up........................................................................................................................... 48

Unit 16 Laws and Regulations ........................................................................................................... 52

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Pesticides are chemicals that controlpests. They include —

Insecticides for insects.

Herbicides for weeds.

Fungicides for plant diseases.

Pesticides forotherpests,suchasrodents and birds.

Pesticides vary in the ways they control apest. They can kill the pest, inhibit itsgrowth, affect pest reproduction, or serve asa barrier to the pest.

Unfortunately, pesticides can alsohurt people, pets, other animals, and theenvironment if they are not used carefullyand according to label directions.

Pictures courtesy of Cornell University

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By law, your employer must provideyou with label directions and equipmentnecessary to make a safe application. Butyour employer cannot do the whole job.You need to learn as much as you canabout pesticides and how to protectyourself and others. The Ohio Pesticide Lawrequires that trained servicemen receivesome basic training in the safe use ofpesticides before their first occupationalexposure to these compounds.

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Some of you call yourselvestechnicians or pesticide handlers. Othersrefer to you as applicators. In the OhioPesticide Law, and therefore in this manual,anon-licensedcommercialorprivateuserofpesticides is called a serviceperson and thisperson must be trained.

You must be a Trained Servicepersonif you:

Apply pesticides.

Assist with pesticideapplications.

Clean, repair, or maintain pesticideapplication equipment — such asboom sprayers, backpack sprayers,or hoppers — that may containpesticide residues.

Mix, load, or transfer pesticidesinto application equipment.

Dispose of pesticides or materialswith pesticides in them, such ascontainers.

Act as a flagger.

During any of these activities, youcould come in contact with a pesticide andbecome sick or injure yourself, others, orthe environment.

In addition, pesticide applicationdiffers from other jobs in that you areapplying toxicants where people live,work, play, or travel. The public expectsindividuals who use pesticides to beknowledgeable about them.

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Therefore, it is important for you toreceive training in how to --

Deal with the health hazardsassociated with pesticide exposure.

Recognize signs and symptoms ofpesticide exposure.

Respond to emergencies involvingpesticides (first aid, spill cleanup).

Wear, use, and maintain personalprotective equipment (for example,goggles, respirators, and gloves).

Read and understand information on apesticide label.

Safely transport, mix, load, store,apply, and dispose of pesticides.

Safely operate mixing, loading,application, and pesticide-transferequipment.

Comply with Federal and State Lawswhich regulate the safe use ofpesticides.

Picture courtesy of Clemson University

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Agricultural Handlers

Training for agricultural pesticidehandlers is already required under theUSEPA Worker Protection Standard. TheWorker Protection Standard (WPS)covers handlers who work in farms,forests, greenhouses, or nurseries.

The WPS criteria for traininghandlers are similar to the requirementsunder the Ohio Pesticide Law for trainingservicepersons. Therefore, any agriculturalpesticide handler already trained under theWPS does not have to also undergo theOhio Pesticide Law servicepersontraining, except for one area. Agriculturalhandlers, in addition to the WPS handlertraining, must also receive some basictraining about the Federal and State lawsthat regulate the use of pesticides. Thecontent of this additional law andregulation training is outlined in theCriteria for Trained Servicepersons whichfollows on the next page. Unit 16 of thismanual can serve as the resource for thisextra training required of agriculturalhandlers.

Picture courtesy of USDA

Alternative Training

Some employers already provideexcellent training for their servicepersons.If your training program meets the Criteriafor Trained Servicepersons (listed on thenext page), and, if it is provided beforeyour employee's first occupationalexposure to pesticides, then you do nothave to use this manual. This manual isprovided as a training tool for thosecompanies and agencies which wouldotherwise have difficulty in meeting thisobligation.

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CRITERIA FOR SERVICEPERSON TRAINING

Training for serviceperson must include at least the following information:

Format and meaning of information on pesticide labels and in labeling, including safetyinformation such as signal words and precautionary statements about human healthhazards.

Hazards of pesticides resulting from toxicity and exposure, including acute effects,chronic effects, delayed effects, and sensitization.

Routes through which pesticides can enter the body.

Signs and symptoms of common types of pesticide poisoning.

Emergency first aid for pesticide injuries or poisonings.

Routine and emergency decontamination procedures including eye flushing technique.

Need for and appropriate use of personal protective equipment.

□ Safety requirements for handling, transporting, storing, and disposing of pesticides,including general procedures for spill cleanup.

Environmental concerns such as drift, runoff, and wildlife hazards.

Explanation that trained servicepersons are regulated by USEPA and Ohio Department ofAgriculture. Explanation of FIFRA and the Ohio Pesticide Law (OPL).

□ Explanation of selected aspects of F1FRA and OPL, including:

- Registration of pesticides- The Label is the Law- Restricted Use versus General Use products- Responsibility of trained servicemen- Penalties for illegal use of pesticides or noncompliance with laws- OPL recordkeeping requirements- OPL off-site pesticide movement regulations- OPL property damage and human health problem reporting requirements- OPL safe equipment operating requirements- OPL direct supervision and serviceman training requirements

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An employer must be able to verify that the serviceperson training has been given and

that it has conformed to the criteria established by ODA. The bottom part of this page

may be used for this purpose. The trained serviceperson should fill out and sign the form.

It can then be detached and held in the employee's personnel file for future reference.

Employee name ______________________________________________________(please print)

By signing this form, I attest that I have been given basic pesticide safety training.

This training covered all criteria as outlined in the introduction to the OhioDepartment of Agriculture publication, "Safety Training Guide for TrainedServicepersons".

-This training was given prior to my first occupational exposure to pesticides forthis employer. (In the case of an existing employee, the training was given duringthe grace period established by the Ohio Department of Agriculture.)Training Resource (check one or more)

________ODA's "Safety Training Guide for Trained Servicepersons"

_______USEPA agricultural handler manual, "Protect Yourself fromPesticides -Guide forPesticideHandlers"

_______Other materials developed by employer

EmployeeSignature _______________________________________________ Date ________

SupervisorSignature ____________________________________________ Date

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Objectives

After this section, you should beable to --

Name places where you arelikely to find pesticide residues.

Identify four ways thatpesticides can enter the body.

State how you are most likelyto be injured by pesticides.

Give five examples of when towash so that you avoid gettingpesticides in your mouth.

Opening Questions

Have you ever splashedpesticide on yourself? How did ithappen?

Where do you take a break atwork? Is it near an area wherepesticides are mixed, loaded, used, orstored?

The best way to protect yourselfis to keep pesticides from getting on orin your body.

Watch out for --

Splashes and spills.

Sprays and dusts from pesticideapplications.

Residues, which are pesticidesthat remain on plants, soil, othersurfaces, or in the air after anapplication. Every pesticideapplication leaves a residue --sometimes for a short time, othertimes longer.

A pesticide can poison or injure

you--

If you swallow it.

If it gets in your eyes.

If you breathe it.

If it gets on your skin.

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If pesticides get on or in yourbody, they may make you sick. Thelargest amount of exposure is usually tothe skin, especially the hands, forearmsand face. Pesticides can enter the bodyeven more easily through cuts andwounds in the skin.

Breathing in of pesticides isprobably the second largest way to beexposed. This often causes minorsymptoms (headache, nausea, etc.) ofpesticide exposure.

When you handle pesticides orwork in areas where pesticides havebeen applied, wash your hands withsoap and water every time you take abreak. Leave the area where pesticides

are located and wash your hands andface before you --

Eat.

Drink.

Chew gum.

Use tobacco.

Put on makeup.

If you don't, you may wipepesticides that are on your hands orface into your mouth and swallow

them.

Because pesticides can enter yourbody through your eyes and skin, youshould avoid wiping your eyes, face,and neck when you have been handlingpesticides. It is also important to washyour hands before using the toilet.

Tobacco and food absorbpesticides, so don’t carry them with youwhile you work. Leave them someplacewhere pesticides won’t get on them.

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Suggested Review and Discussion

1. Where could pesticide residuesbe?

2 How can pesticides enter yourbody?

3. How are you as a trainedserviceperson likely to beexposed to and harmed bypesticides?

4. How often should you wash yourhands when working withpesticides?

5. Before what activities should youwash your hands after workingwith pesticides?

6. Name two items not to carry withyou (in your pocket) whenworking with pesticides.

Remember : Wash your hands and facebefore you —

Eat.

Drink.

Chew gum.

Use tobacco.

Put on makeup.

Use the toilet.

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Objectives

After this section, you should beable to:

Name different symptomsof pesticide poisoning.

List four steps to follow inresponse to possible pesticidepoisoning.

Opening Questions

Have you ever felt sick whileworking around pesticides? Which partof your body was affected? What didyou do about it?

Some pesticides can make yousick very quickly if you are exposed totoo much of them. Some may makeyou feel ill several hours after theexposure.

Too much exposure to somepesticides may make you feel tired anddizzy. Over-exposure to thesepesticides can also cause stomachcramps, vomiting, diarrhea, headaches,or blurred vision. When you are sickfrom these pesticides, you may sweattoo much, have pains in your chest orhave trouble breathing. You may even

pass out.

Some pesticides may give youskin rashes and bums and may irritateyour eyes or make them bum. Someliquid pesticide formulations, such asEC's (emulsifiable concentrates), areespecially likely to burn your eyes andskin.

Pesticides called fumigants areused as gases in soil, in greenhouses,and to treat stored commodities such asgrains, foodstuffs, or even furniture orcomputer equipment for insects. Thesecan be very dangerous if you breathethem or if they get into your bodythrough your skin. They can damageyour lungs and other body systems.People who have been poisoned bythese pesticide gases may talk and actas if they are drunk.

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When you are working withpesticides, if you feel dizzy or sick orhave trouble breathing:

1. Stop what you are doing rightaway.

2. Start following the emergencyfirst aid procedures list on thepesticide label to control thepesticide's harmful effects.

3. Call your boss if possible or aco-worker for help.

4. Have someone drive you to anemergency medical center ifnecessary.

Remember: These symptoms can besigns of pesticide poisoning:

Tiredness or dizziness. Headaches or blurred vision.

Sweating too much.

Pains in your chest or troublebreathing.

Throwing up. Stomach cramps or diarrhea. Skin rashes. Eye irritation.


1. Name the symptoms that may besigns of pesticide poisoning.

2. Name four things you should do ifyou have signs of pesticidepoisoning.

3. What are emulsifiableconcentrates (ECs) and how canthey harm you?

4. Are pesticides in the form ofgases harmful?

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Objectives

After this section, you should beable to--

Locate emergency informationat work: (1) the name, address,and telephone number of thenearest emergency medicalcenter and (2) first aid directions.

Explain why it is important toread the pesticide label beforeworking with pesticides.

Explain what to do if you- Get pesticide on clothes

or skin. Get a pesticide in your eyes. Breathe a pesticide. Swallow a pesticide.

Tell how to help a co-workerwho shows signs of poisoningfrom breathing a pesticide.

Tell what information to givethe doctor when calling aboutsomeone who may be poisonedby a pesticide.

Tell what to take to the doctor.

Opening Questions

Have you ever known coworkerswho got pesticides on their clothes oron their skin? What did they do? Didyou help them? How?

Do you know where to find thename, address, and telephone numberof the nearest emergency medicalcenter?

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The name, address andtelephone number of the nearest placeto get emergency medical help shouldbe posted at the place where you work.Be sure you know ahead of time wherethis emergency information is locatedso that you can get help for yourself orothers quickly in an emergency.

All pesticide labels have anemergency first aid section. Read it orhave someone explain it to you beforeyou handle the pesticide. You shouldknow the emergency first aidprocedures before you need to usethem. If you do the wrong thing in anemergency, it could make you evensicker.

If pesticide gets on your clothesor skin, take your clothes off right awayand wash your skin with lots of soap

and water. The faster you act the lesslikely you are to get sick or be harmed.Towels and a clean change of clothing,in addition to soap and water, should beavailable near the pesticide handlingsite.

If pesticide gets in your eyes,rinse them right away with an eye flushkit or allow a gentle stream of cleanwater to flow across them. Hold youreyelids open and keep rinsing youreyes for about 15 minutes.

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If you breathe in a pesticide, getto fresh air immediately. If you arehaving difficulty breathing, call forhelp, then sit down and try to breathenormally. It is not a good idea to walkaround if you are having difficultybreathing.

If you have to rescue someonewho has breathed in pesticides and whomay be unconscious, make sure thatyou do not expose yourself to the samedanger. Wear the appropriaterespiratory protection and move thevictim to fresh air. Then remove thevictim's respirator (if present), loosenthe clothing, and give mouth-to-mouthresuscitation if the person is notbreathing.

If you swallow some pesticide, itis essential to follow the first aiddirections on the pesticide label. Inparticular, the label will tell youwhether or not to make yourself throwup. The best way to induce vomiting isto put a finger to the back of yourthroat. Labels for some pesticides tellyou not to induce vomiting. Thesepesticides are corrosive and will causefurther damage if you try to vomit. Ifyou are helping someone who hasswallowed pesticides, never inducevomiting if the person is unconscious orhaving convulsions.

Get someone to take you to thedoctor--

If you swallow a pesticide or getit in your eyes.

If you spill a concentrate or a lotof diluted pesticide on your skin.

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If you find it difficult to breathe.

If your skin shows signs ofburning.

If you feel ill and think you mayhave pesticide poisoning.

Have someone call ahead to tell thedoctor the brand name or common nameand the EPA registration number of thepesticide and how you were exposed.The doctor needs these facts to decidehow to help you. If possible, take a copyof the pesticide label with you.


1. Where should you find the name,address, and telephone number ofthenearestemergencymedicalcenter?

2. Where can you find first aidinformation about a pesticide?

3. Why should you read the labelbefore working with a pesticide?

4. Name four items that service-person should have to help themget pesticides off their skin.

5. What should you do if pesticidegets on your clothes or skin?

6. What should you do if pesticidegets in your eyes?

7. What should you do if youbreathe in a pesticide?

8. What emergency first aidtreatment should you give a co-worker who has breathed in apesticide?

9. What should you do if youswallow a pesticide?

10. When should you not inducevomiting?

11. When should you have someonetake you to a doctor?

12. What will the doctor need toknow right away?

13. If possible, what should you takewith you to the doctor?

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Objectives


Name three symptoms of allergicreaction to a pesticide.

Identify the possible long-termeffects of pesticide poisoning.

Recall the critical safety rule tofollow when handling pesticides.

Opening Questions

Do you find that you are moresensitive to some pesticides than youare to others? If so, how does yourbody react when you are working withthese pesticides? What can you do toprevent the reaction?

Do you know anything aboutscientific studies on animals and theirexposure to pesticides?

Have you heard anything aboutlong-term effects of pesticide exposureon people?

Some people are allergic tocertain pesticides. They may get asevere skin rash when the pesticidetouches their skin. Or they may sneezeand have a runny nose and itchy eyeswhen they are near the pesticide. If apesticide affects you this way, trywearing some extra protection (gloves,respirator, etc.). If these symptomscontinue, you may have to stay awayfrom that particular pesticide.

Allergic reactions may not occuron your first or second exposure to aparticular pesticide. However, yourbody may become sensitized to thatpesticide, and if you are exposed to thatpesticide again, you may experience anallergic reaction.

Picture courtesy of Cornell U

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Some harmful effects frompesticides do not show up for a longtime. Studies on laboratory animalsshow that some pesticides may causecancer, permanent harm to bodysystems, miscarriages, or birth defects.

Scientists cannot always knowabout the long-term effects of pesticides onhuman beings, so don't take anychances. When you handle pesticides, orwhen you work in areas wherepesticides have been applied, doeverything you can to keep them fromgetting on or in your body.


1. What are the symptoms of anallergic reaction to pesticides?

2. What are possible long-termeffects of pesticide contaminationas shown in studies of animals?

3. How can you protect yourselffrom long-term effects ofpesticides?

Picture courtesy of MPEProtective-Clothing

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Objectives


Explain the purpose of personalprotective equipment (PPE).

State what the law requires youto do with PPE.

Name seven types of PPE.

Tell what to do before putting onPPE.

Explain what to do if PPEis damaged or worn.

Identify the kinds ofprotective clothing oftenrequired in addition toPPE.

Give nine rules for wearing PPE.

Opening Questions

What kind of PPE do youusually wear? How do you take care ofyour PPE?

Personal protective equipment(PPE) helps to keep pesticides fromgetting on or in your body. Youremployer should provide you with allthe PPE listed on the pesticide label forthe job that you will be doing. You arerequired by law to wear it and use itcorrectly. PPE may include--

Gloves.

Boots or shoe covers.

Coveralls.

Hoods or wide-brimmed hats.

Aprons.

Protective eyewear: goggles,face shields, or safety glasseswith side and brow guards.

Respirators. You should usedifferent types of respirators fordifferent pesticide formulations.See Unit 6 for details.

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In addition, many pesticidelabels require the use of protectiveclothing, which may be long-sleevedshirts and long pants with shoes andsocks.

Picture courtesy of University of Missouri

PPE can be made from manydifferent materials. If the pesticidelabel does not specify which materialto use, choose PPE that is chemicalresistant. Chemical resistant PPE canbe made out of barrier laminate, PVC,or rubber (nitrile, butyl, natural rubber,or neoprene). These materials are alsowaterproof. They are good choices forgloves, footwear, aprons, and hats.

Do not wear cotton gloves whenyou are handling pesticides unless thepesticide label specifically says to usethem. Never use leather gloves whenhandling pesticides because leatherabsorbs pesticides and cannot bewashed clean.

PPE must be clean and ready touse. Before and during use, look fortears, holes, or other defects or signs of

excessive wear, such as differences incolor. If you find a problem with a pieceof equipment, ask your employer toreplace it.

Picture courtesy of Oklahoma StateUniversity

Here are nine easy rules forwearing PPE correctly:

Keep your pant legs over the topof your boots so pesticide won'trun down into your boots.

Wear chemical-resistant glovesthat reach at least halfway toyour elbow.

If you are applying pesticides onthe ground, wear your sleevesover the outside of your gloves sothat pesticides will not run downinto the gloves.

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Picture courtesy of Lucas Tree Expert

If you are spraying above yourshoulder, wear your sleeves insideyour gloves. Also, choose gloveswith cuffs.

If you are spraying both aboveand below your shoulder, you canuse duct tape to attach the tops ofyour gloves to your sleeves so thatpesticides cannot run into yourgloves or into your sleeves.

Wear loose-fitting clothes forcomfort and protection. Also weara coverall over your regular workclothes to give your body goodprotection against most pesticides.

Use a chemical-resistant apron tokeep splashes and spills fromsoaking your coverall while youare mixing and loading pesticidesor cleaning equipment.

Button your collar at the neck tokeep pesticides from getting insideyour clothes.

If your hood is separate from yourcoverall, keep the hood's bottomedges outside the coverall toprotect yourself from pesticiderunoff.

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While you are working, payattention to your PPE. If your gloves,apron, or boots get holes in them, stopwork right away and replace them. If thepesticides get through the damagedequipment to your skin, wash first, thenput on clean equipment.


1. What is the purpose of PPE?

2. How will you know what PPE towear?

3. What does the law require you todo with PPE?

4. What kinds of PPE do trainedservicemen wear?

5. What kinds of protective clothingmay also be required?

6. What should you do beforeputting on PPE and also whileyou are working?

7. What should you do if you seethat the PPE is damaged or torn?

8. What are nine rules for wearingPPE?

9. What should you do if pesticidesget through your PPE onto yourwork clothes?

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UNIT 6 RESPIRATORS

Objectives


Identify the different types ofrespirators.

Explain how a respirator shouldfit and what to do if you have abeard.

Give the general rule forreplacing filters, cartridges, andcanisters if there are nomanufacturer's instructions.

List the specific guidelines forwhen it is necessary to replacefilters, cartridges, and canisterson respirators that--

Filter out dusts and mists Remove vapors and gases.

Opening Questions

Do you use respirators at work?If so, which types do you use?

How many different types ofrespirators are used at your workplace?

Respirators protect you frombreathing pesticide-contaminated air.You should use different respirators fordifferent pesticide formulations.

The product label will saywhether you must use a respirator and,if so, what kind of filter, cartridge, orcanister to use. When a respirator isrequired, the product label will alsogive the MSHA/NIOSH approval codeprefix for the respirator. MSHA standsfor the Mine Safety and HealthAdministration, and NIOSH forNational Institute for OccupationalSafety and Health. These Federalagencies evaluate and approverespirators.

Before you put on a respirator,double-check to make sure that theMSHA/NIOSH approval number on therespirator matches the number given onthe product label.

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The illustrations on these pagesshow different types of respirators.

Styles include--

Dust/mist filtering respirators.

Chemical cartridge respirators.

Canister respirators.

Supplied-air respirators.

The self-containedbreathing apparatus (SCBA).

Dust/Mist filtering respiratorsoffer protection from small particles inthe air. They cover the nose and mouthto filter out dusts, mists, powders, andparticles. These respirators haveMSHA/NIOSH approval prefix TC21C.

Dust/Mist Respirator courtesy of Lawson

Chemical cartridge respirators usecartridges that contain chemicals toremove dusts and mists and to absorbharmful vapors or gases. Chemicalcartridge respirators for use withpesticides have MSHA/NIOSH approvalnumber prefix TC-23C. This type ofrespirator can have either a half-face ora full-face mask. Powered air-purifyingrespirators (PAPRs) may reducerespiratory stress and heat stress.

Half-Face Respirator courtesy of AIB

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Full Face Respirator

Powered air-purifying Respirator

Canister respirators for use withesticides have MSHAINIOSHpproval number prefix TC-14G. Theanisters contain materials to removeusts and mists and to absorb harmfulapors or gases. These respirators areesigned to remove specific contam-nants from the air. The lifespan ofanister respirators is short, usuallyrom 12 to 60 minutes, depending onize.

Canister Respirator courtesy of AFC Int.

Supplied-air respirators uselong hoses to supply air to a full-facemask. Some (but not all) supplied-airrespirators have a blower or compressor.The MSHA/NIOSH approval numberprefix for this type of respirator is TC-19C.

The self-contained breathingapparatus (SCBA) uses an oxygen tankand provides complete respiratoryprotection against toxic gases andoxygen deficiency. The MSHAI NIOSHapproval number prefix for the SCBA isTC-13F.

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SCBA Apparatus courtesy of AIB

If you have to wear a respirator,have someone show you how to use itfirst.

To work correctly, mostrespirators must fit your face tightlyaround the edges.

Every time you put a respiratoron, check to be sure it forms a completeseal around your face so that air cannotleak in or out at the edges of therespirator.

Most respirator styles won'tprotect you if you have a beard or otherfacial hair that loosens the seal. If youhave facial hair, you can protectyourself only by using hood or helmet-style respirators that are specificallydesigned to supply you with fresh air,for example, a powered air-supplyingrespirator.

If you are wearing a respiratorthat filters out dusts and mists, changethe filter or respirator when you find ithard to breathe through the respirator, orif your filter gets torn or damaged orvery wet.

If you are wearing a respiratorthat removes vapors or gases, change thecartridge or canister immediately if youtaste or smell pesticide, or you feel thepesticide burning or stinging your noseor throat.

Follow the manufacturer'sinstructions on when to replace filters,cartridges, and canisters even if youdon't notice a problem. If there are noinstructions, then filters, cartridges, andcanisters should be replaced at the endof each day's work period.

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Your employer should help you determinehow often these parts need to be changedand should provide replacement parts foryou.


1. Name the different types ofrespirators.

2. How must a respirator fit to beeffective?

3. If you have a beard or otherfacial hair, what problem can occurwhen fitting the respirator? Howcan you solve the problem?

4. What general rule should youfollow about replacing filters,cartridges, and canisters?

5. When should you change the filteron a respirator that protects youfrom mists and dusts?

6. When should you change thecartridge or canister in arespirator that removes vaporsand gases?

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Objectives


Name two important sources ofinformation about pesticides

Explain the meaning of thesignal words Caution, Warning,and Danger.

Tell the meaning of the skulland crossbones symbol.

Name the major sections of thepesticide label and tell whatkinds of information are in eachsection.

Opening Questions

How often do you read pesticidelabels? Why do you read them?

Have you ever had difficultyfinding information on a pesticidelabel? What were you looking for?How did you finally get theinformation?

Are some pesticide labels harderto understand than others?

There are two important places toget information about the pesticides youwill be handling -- from the pesticidelabel and from your employer.

Your employer should make sureyou have all the information you needfrom the pesticide label. Even so, it is agood idea to study the label yourself

The pesticide label has a numberof major sections that you should befamiliar with.

Brand Name, Ingredients, and Type ofPesticides

Look on the front of the label forthe brand name of the pesticide. It isusually in large bold print. Directlybelow the brand name is the list ofchemicals or active ingredients, thepercentage of each active ingredient,and the inert ingredients. An activeingredient is the term for the ingredientsthat kill or control the pest. Inertingredients don't work against the pest;they usually improve the product bymaking it spray out easily, stay on theplant, etc.

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Pesticide products with very

similar brand names may contain

different active ingredients or different

percentages of the active ingredients. It

is important to read the label of a new

product thoroughly even if the brand

name is familiar to you.

Also, on the front of the label is

the type of pesticide -- insecticide,

herbicide, fungicide, or other kind of

control agent.

Sample Label

The EPA registration number for the

product is on the front of the label as

well.

Signal Words and Symbols

The signal words -- Caution,

Warning, or Danger -- tell you how

likely the pesticide is to make you sick.

Be sure to look at the signal word,

which is in large type on every

pesticide label.

The EPAregistrationnumber

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The word Caution is used forpesticides that are the least poisonous.These pesticides can still harm you ifyou are not careful.

A pesticide with the wordWarning is more poisonous orirritating than those with a Cautionlabel. It doesn't take much of thispesticide to make you sick or to irritateyour skin or eyes.

The word Danger means that thepesticide is very poisonous orirritating. Even a small amount (oftenless than a teaspoon) can cause seriousharm. The labels of the products thatcan severely bum your skin or eyescarry- the signal word Danger alone.

Along with the signal wordDanger, some labels have a skull andcrossbones and the word Poison printedin red ink. These pesticides are highlypoisonous. They can make you verysick -- or even kill you — if you are notcareful.

Statement of Practical Treatmentand Precautionary Statements

Under the Statement of PracticalTreatment, read what you should do ifyou swallow or inhale the product, orget it on your skin or in your eyes. Thisis the first aid section.

On some labels a Note toPhysician gives information onsymptoms and treatment of poisoning.If you need medical treatment, it isimportant to bring a copy of thepesticide label with you so the doctorcan treat you properly.

An emergency phone number tocall in case of spills and exposureaccidents is also listed.

Look under the PrecautionaryStatements to determine which parts ofyour body need special protection.Some labels tell you that the pesticidewill bum your eyes or skin if it gets onthem. Other labels tell you not tobreathe the pesticide or not to get it onyour skin.

Along with these warnings, thelabel must tell you if you need to wearPPE when you handle the pesticide.

Under the EnvironmentalHazards section, you can find outwhether you must take extra care toprotect certain wildlife or to keep thepesticide out of groundwater or surfacewater.

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irections for UseThe Directions for Use section

ists information on storage, disposal,ixing, loading, and application.

The sites (homes, warehouses,estaurants, crops, animals, etc.) tohich a pesticide can be applied is listed

n this part of the label. The allowedethod of application (crack and

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broadcast, spot, ULV, etc.)and the rate of application willalso be listed in this part of thelabel.

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Reentry intervals will often be stated,.Keep children and pets off surfaces untilspray has dried is a common type ofreentry restriction. For agriculturealproducts, the reentry interval is called arestricted-entry interval (REI), and isintended for protection of agricultureworkers.

Some product labels will have andAgricultural Use Requirements sectionwhich lists specific requirements whenthese pesticides are used on farms,forests, greenhouses or nurseries. Theserequirements are part of the USEPA

Worker Protection Standard forprotection of agricultural workers. Othertypes of servicepersons and workers arenot covered by this standard, but mayhave similar protections.

Name and Address of ManufacturerYou can obtain further information

about the pesticide that you are usingfrom the manufacturer of the pesticide.The name and address of themanufacturer is listed on the pesticidelabel.

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1. What information is printed belowthe brand name of the pesticide?

2. What do the singal words,Caution, Warning, and DangerMean? What does the wordPoison together with the skull andcrossbones symbol mean?

3. What kind of information can youfind in the Statement of PracticalTreatment?

4. What can you find in thePrecautionary statements section?

5. What kind of information is in theNotes to Physician?

6. What is in the EnvironmentalHazards section?

7. What can you find in the Directionfor Use section?

8. What is in the Agriculture UseRequirements section?

9. Give and example of a reentryrestriction.

10.If you need information from thepesticide manufacturer, what helpdoes the label provide?

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Objectives

After this section, you should beable to state the safety rules to observewhen transporting pesticides in a car ortruck.

Opening Questions

Do you ever transportpesticides? How? How often?

Do not allow people, pets, orlivestock to ride in the samecompartment with the pesticides.Don't put food, feed, or clothesnear the pesticides.

Tie the pesticide containers downor secure them in other ways tomake sure that they do not fallover or roll around.

If you move pesticides fromplace to place in a car or truck--

Before you leave, ask youremployer what to do if you havea spill. Carry spill cleanupmaterials with you (See Unit 11Cleaning Up Pesticide Spills).

Make sure the pesticides are inthe back of the truck or in thetrunk of the car—not insidewith you.


1. What are important safety rulesto remember when you carrypesticides in a car or truck?

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Objectives


Name at least three importantsafety rules to follow whenstoring pesticides.

Say why the storage area shouldbe locked.

Opening Questions

Where are the storage areas atyour workplace? Do you ever workthere? If so, what do you do?

If you work in a storage area forpesticides or pesticide containers-

Make sure the containers areclosed tightly and are storedupright, so they cannot tip overand spill.

Check all containers for leaks,breaks, or weak spots. Tell yourboss right away if you see aproblem.

Clean up spills and leaks rightaway (see Unit. 12 - Cleaning UpPesticide Spills).

Lock the storage area to makesure that people and animalscannot get into the storage areawhen no one is working there.


1. If you work in a storage area forpesticides, what safety rules doyou need to observe?

2. Why should the storage area belocked?

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Objectives

After this section, you shouldbe able to--

Say why it is especiallyimportant to observe safetyrules when mixing and loadingpesticides.

State the key safety practicesthat relate to using PPE,opening containers, pouringpesticides, mixing pesticides,and protecting water resources.

Opening Questions

How often do you mix pesticidesor load pesticides into applicationequipment? Why is this jobdangerous?

You may sometimes have to mixand load pesticides--a job that requiresspecial care. Because pesticides thathave not yet been mixed are often in aconcentrated (stronger) form, they canbe especially dangerous to you.

When mixing and loading, follow thelabel directions and these safetypractices:

Give yourself extra protection.Wear chemical-resistant glovesand an apron over your otherPPE. You probably need to wearprotective eyewear, too. Thepesticide label will often requireextra PPE to, be worn duringmixing/loading operations.

Read the label directions to findout how much pesticide youneed, and then measure itcarefully.

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Using too much or too little cancause problems for theapplicator, the use site, and theenvironment.

Use the label information todetermine how much pesticideyou will need based on (1) thesize and type of area you will betreating, (2) the size of theapplication equipment you will beusing, and (3) the type of pest youwant to control.

Put the pesticide container on aflat surface and open it carefully.Use a sharp knife or scissors toopen paper and cardboardcontainers. If you rip them open,dust can fly out and get on yourskin and into your eyes, mouth,and lungs—and the pesticide willnot pour out as evenly. Label theknife or scissors For PesticideUse Only. Wash the knife orscissors with soap and hot waterbefore using them again.

Pour carefully to avoid splashes.Be sure your face and eyes arewell above the container whileyou are pouring. Get someone tohelp you pour if the container istoo big or too heavy for you to lifteasily.

When you add water to the mixtank or the spray tank, don't let

the pesticide mix run backwardsthrough the hose and into thewater source. Keep the hoseabove the level of the liquid inthe tank, or use specialequipment (a check valve) toprevent backflow.

Never mix, load, or cleanequipment near ponds, streams,wells, or ditches because rinsewater containing pesticide couldoverflow and run off into thesewater sources.

Do NOT leave the mix or spraytank unattended while filling.

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uggested Review and Discussion

. Why is it especially importantto observe safety rules whenmixing and loading pesticides?

. What are the safe procedurestofollow when opening pesticidecontainers?

. What can you do toavoidsplashes when pouring?

. What kinds of PPE shouldyou wear when mixing andloading pesticides?

. Why do you need to follow thelabel directions whenmeasuring?

. Why is it important to keep thehose above the level of theliquid in the tank?

. Why should you avoidMixing, loading, or cleaningequipment near ponds,streams, wells, or ditches?

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UNIT 11 APPLYING

PESTICIDESObjectives

After this section, you shouldbe able to--

Describe at least five safepractices to follow beforeapplying pesticides.

Name at least five safepractices to follow whileapplying pesticides.

Explain what to do afterapplying pesticides.

Opening Questions

Do you apply pesticides as aregular part of your job? How do youprepare for the task? What equipmentdo you usually use?

Your job may require you toapply pesticides. Be sure to protectyourself, others, and theenvironment. Make sure you followthe application instructions on thepesticide label.

Before you start, put on all thePPE you need. Wear at least the PPElisted on the pesticide label. Thencarefully check out the applicationequipment. Make sure there are no leaks.If you need to fix the applicationequipment, turn it off first to keeppesticide from getting on you.Remember to keep your PPE on whileyou are fixing the equipment.

Never apply pesticides so they canget on people—either directly or throughdrift. When you are ready to start, checkthe area where you will be working.Make sure no people, pets, or livestockare in or near the area. Also, check forchildren's toys or other personal itemswhere you plan to spray. If present,either you or the customer should clearthem from the area before you beginyour application.

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The pesticide label will list thesites to which the pesticide can beapplied. A site can be a particularcrop, animal, type of building, turf,landscape area, or location in abuilding. It is illegal to apply apesticide to a site not listed on thelabel.

If you will be applyingpesticides outdoors, check the weatherconditions before you start. Don'tapply pesticides when there is a windblowing that could carry the pesticideout of the treated area. Even a lightwind can blow pesticides away fromthe area where you want to applythem. Don't apply pesticides whenrain is expected if the pesticide is onethat could be washed off the treatedsurface.

Look to see if there are ponds,streams, or wells in or near the area tobe treated. Take the time and care tokeep pesticides out of surface watersupplies. Never apply a pesticide sothat it can drift or run into watersupplies.

Check the EnvironmentalHazard Statement on the pesticidelabel. Take special care to avoidharming wildlife that may be in ornear the area you plan to treat.

Stay alert while you are applying thepesticide. Look at the area you havejust treated to be sure you areapplying the pesticide evenly and thecoverage looks right.

Watch for clogged nozzles or

hoppers. Do not use your mouth toblow out the nozzle. If you need toclean a nozzle, use a non-metalnozzle-cleaning tool. Sharp metal canruin the nozzle.

When you finish the application,put your equipment away. Don't leaveit in the treated area, and don't let it sitfor a long time with pesticides on orin it. Your employer should tell youhow to clean it. Follow his or herinstructions and remember to keepyour PPE on until the applicationequipment has been put away.

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2. While applying pesticides, whatshould you be careful about?

Rinse water from cleaning

application equipment should not bedumped on the ground or down a drain.Collect the rinse water and use it tomake your next tankful of spraymixture. Or, spray the rinse water outon a labeled site.


1. What are safe practices tofollow before applyingpesticides to any area?

3. While applying pesticides, whatshould you be careful about?

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Objectives


List the basic safety principlesto follow if a pesticide spilloccurs.

Name the three "Cs" of spillmanagement and explain theactions to take under eachcategory.

Opening Questions

Have you ever had to clean up aspill? What kind was it? What did youdo?

Pesticide spills can occur during anypesticide handling task. Here are stepsyou should take if a spill occurs:

Think first of protecting yourself,other people nearby, and thesurrounding area--especially watersources.

Never try to clean up a spillunless you have the right PPEand cleanup materials.

If you don't know what to do,call for help and wait until itarrives.

If is a big spill, send someonefor help if you can. Don't leave ifno one else is there--someonemust be there to warn others ofthe danger.

If it is a big spill, your employermust be contacted as soon aspossible so the proper actionscan be taken and the properauthorities can be notified.

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Practice the three C's of spillmanagement:

Control the spill--make sure that thespill is stopped:

Shut off the mixing or applicationequipment if it is leaking.

Turn the container upright if ithas fallen.

If the container is broken orleaking, put it inside anothercontainer.

Contain the spill--stop the spill fromspreading:

Use a mound of dirt or othermaterial to make a dike aroundthe edge of the spill.

Rope off the area so that otherpeople cannot walk through it.

Clean up the spill:

Do not use water. It will spreadthe spill and make it worse.

Soak up liquid spills with specialspill sponges or with soil,sawdust, clay, cat litter, or otherabsorbent materials.

If the pesticide or absorbentmaterial is likely to blow around,moisten it very slightly withwater or cover it with a tarp.

Sweep the spill and cleanupmaterials into plastic containersor special drums. Then ask youremployer what to do with thewaste.


1. What are the basic safetyprinciples to follow when dealingwith a pesticide spill?

2. What are the three Cs of spillmanagement?

3. Name three actions to take tocontrol a spill.

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4. How can you stop a spill fromspreading?

5. How should you clean up a spill?

6. What should you do if the spilledpesticide or the cleanup material islikely to blow around?

7. What should you do with thespilled pesticides and contaminatedcleanup materials?

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Objectives


Describe the steps involved inrinsing containers.

Explain what to do withcontainers that cannot be rinsed.

State three don'ts for handlingempty pesticide containers.

Opening Questions

Are you responsible for cleaningcontainers? What do you do with thecleaned empty containers?

Your employer will tell you whatto do with empty pesticide containers.Many containers should be triple rinsedimmediately after you empty them.Follow these steps:

If you use water to mix thepesticide in a mixing tank, useclean water to rinse the emptycontainer as soon as you havefinished mixing.

First, fill the empty containerwith clean water until it is 1/4full.

Put the cap on, or tightly closethe opening. Carefully shake orroll the container so that the waterrinses the inside completely.

Pour the rinse water from thecontainer into the mixing tank.Repeat the rinsing at least twomore times. Instead of triplerinsing, you can pressure rinsepesticide containers by using apressure-rinse nozzle Followthese steps:

Insert the nozzle into the side ofthe container.

Turning the nozzle in alldirections, rinse the inside of thecontainer for at least half aminute.

Drain the container as well asyou can into the mix tank.

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Bags and other non-rinsablecontainers should be shaken or tappedto remove as much of the pesticideproduct as you can.

Empty containers should be lockedaway until they can be disposed ofproperly. Even well-rinsed containersmay still contain small amounts ofpesticides. Don’t use them for any otherpurpose, and do not take them homeunder any circumstances. Never leaveempty containers lying around the worksite or anywhere else. Some pesticidecontainers can be returned to the dealer,but they must be properly cleaned first.


1. How many times should you rinseempty containers?

2. What are the steps for washingempty containers?

3. What should you do if a containercannot be rinsed?

4. What should you do with emptycontainers?

5. Name three things not to do withempty containers?

6. If in doubt about what to do withcontainers, what should you do?

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UNIT 14 DISPOSINGOF PESTICIDES AND

PESTICIDE CONTAINERS

Objectives


Explain where to look first fordirections on safe disposal ofleftover pesticides.

State who to contact for moreinformation about disposal.

Opening Questions

Do you know your state'sregulations for disposal of pesticides?How can you find out about them?

Occasionally, you may haveleftover pesticides that you can nolonger use. Store them carefully in alocked storage area until they can bedisposed of properly.

The best way to dispose ofunwanted pesticides is to use them upaccording to label directions. Youremployer should avoid buying morepesticides than will be needed.

Although the label has generaldirections for disposal of pesticides andpesticide containers, disposalrequirements vary from state to state.

Your employer should checkwith the Ohio Department ofAgriculture and then tell you whatto do. In general --

If pesticide containers have beenproperly triple rinsed or cleaned,they may be sent to a sanitarylandfill.

Containers cannot be disposed ofby open burning.

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Leftover pesticides andimproperly cleaned containerscannot be sent to sanitarylandfills.

Disposal programs for containersand for pesticides areoccasionally offered by the OhioDepartment of Agriculture, localmunicipalities, or businessgroups. Help your employer takeadvantage of these opportunities.


1. Where can you look fordirections about what to do withleftover pesticides?

2. Who should know about staterequirements for disposal?

3. Is it safe to store leftoverpesticides before getting rid ofthem?

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Objectives


Describe safe practices to followwhen removing PPE.

Tell what to do with PPE aftertaking it off.

Explain how to clean PPE if yourboss asks you to do it.

List the types of equipmentthat cannot be cleaned.

Describe what to do for personalcleanliness whenever you finisha pesticide handling job and atthe end of the workday.

Give directions for washingprotective clothing and PPE in awashing machine.

Opening Questions

Do you usually keep your gloveson or take them off when you removeyour PPE?

Does your boss ever ask you toclean PPE?

When you finish any pesticidehandling job, take off your PPE. Thatway, you and others won't riskcontacting any pesticides that may beon the PPE. When taking off PPE, becareful not to get pesticides on yourskin or inner clothing. Here are somesafe practices for removing PPE:

Wash the outside of your gloveswhile you are still wearing them.

If possible, keep your gloves onwhile taking off your other PPE.

Peel down your coverall and takeoff other PPE. If you've alreadyremoved your gloves, touch theoutsides of the PPE as little aspossible.

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Wash your hands. Wash yourface and any other exposed skin, too.Use lots of soap and water.

Put all your used PPE in a placeby itself until it can be cleaned ordisposed of. You should not wearhome or take home PPE that has notbeen cleaned.

If your employer asks you toclean PPE at work, be sure you knowhow to do it safely. Wear gloves.Hand wash the inside and outside ofPPE like gloves, boots, and respiratorface-pieces.

Use mild soap or mild detergentand very warm water to wash mostPPE. For coveralls and other machinewashable items, follow the washingprocedure on the next page.

Some types of equipment cannotbe cleaned--they should be thrown awaywhen they can no longer protect you.These include respirator filters,cartridges, and canisters and somekinds of disposable coveralls, gloves,shoe coverings and aprons. Youremployer should tell you when to throwthem out. Throw away coveralls or otherworkclothes thataresoakedwithpesticidesbecause, in this case, even thoroughwashing will not remove all thepesticide.

At the end of the day, take offyour work clothes, shower, and put onclean clothes. Put your used workclothes into a container until they can bewashed. Don't ride home withpesticides on your clothes -- you willcontaminate your vehicle.

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Don't let other people touch any of yourwork clothes that may have pesticideson them. Even when you wear acoverall over regular work clothes, thework clothes can pick up small amountsof pesticides. The pesticidescanruboffontoanyonewhotouches the clothes. At home,be sure to keep your contaminated workclothes out of reach of children and pets.

Washing procedure for workclothes:

Always keep your work clothesseparate from your family'sclothes. Wash work clothes in aseparate load in the washer.

Wash only a few items at a timeto allow plenty of agitation andwater for dilution. Use the highestwater-level setting.

Use a heavy-duty detergent andhot water for the wash cycle.

Rinse your work clothes twice inwarm water. Using two rinsecycles helps remove even morepesticide residue.

Use two complete machinecycles to wash items that aremoderately to heavilycontaminated.

If possible, hang your workclothes outside on a clothesline todry (for 24 hours). Try not to usea clothes dryer because pesticideresidues may contaminate theclothes dryer over a period oftime. If you mustuseaclothesdryer,usethehottest setting possible tohelp break down pesticideresidues.

Before doing family laundry, it isa good idea to clean the machineby running the washer through atleast one more complete cyclewithout clothing but withdetergent and hot water.

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1. What is the first thing to do afteryou finish working withpesticides? Why is this soimportant?

2. What are safe practices to followwhen taking off your PPE?

3. Which parts of your body shouldyou wash immediately afterpeeling off PPE?

4. What is a safe way to wash PPE byhand?

5. WhichPPEshouldbethrownawayafter use?

6. At the end of the workday, whatshould you do to ensure that youhave no pesticides anywhere onyou?

7. How can you protect your familyfrom pesticide contamination?

8. What is the procedure for machinewashing work clothes or coverallsthat have been exposed topesticides?

9. What is therecommendedwayofdrying work clothes that havebeen exposed to pesticides?

10. How should you clean yourwashing machine afterdoing your work clothesand before doing familylaundry?

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Objectives


Tell what federal and stateagencies regulate the use ofpesticides.

Give the names of thefederaland state pesticide laws.

Tell who registers pesticides.

Explain why pesticide labels areenforceable as law.

Explain the difference betweenRestricted Use and General Usepesticides.

Describe the accountability oftrained servicemen to makelegal applications and list thetypes of penalties for failing todo so.

List the pesticideapplication recordkeepingrequirements.

Explain ODA's off-site

pesticide movement regulations.

Describe the obligation to reportillnesses or property damage thatarise due to pesticideapplications.

Explain ODA's requirements forsafe use of application equipment.

Explain ODA's directsupervision and servicemantraining requirements.

Opening Questions

Do you know who regulates theuse of pesticides in Ohio?

Are you familiar with eitherFIFRA or the Ohio Pesticide Law?

Do you know who the certifiedapplicator(s) is (are) at your employer?

Do you know which certifiedapplicator is responsible for providingdirect supervision to you?

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In Ohio, the use of pesticides isregulated by the USEPA and the OhioDepartment of Agriculture. ODAactually enforces the federal pesticidelaw for USEPA in Ohio. This law iscalled the Federal InsecticideFungicide and Rodenticide Act(FIFRA). In addition, ODA alsoenforces the Ohio Pesticide Law. Bothlaws also contain a set of regulationswhich further define requirements tobe met by pesticide users.

One of FIFRA's most importantfeatures is that it sets the requirementsunder which pesticides can beregistered. All pesticides must beregistered with USEPA. In addition,any company that wants to register apesticide must also provide labeldirections for safe use of the product.

That is, if the pesticide product is usedaccording to the label directions, thenno unreasonable harm should be causedto people or the environment. It is alegal requirement that pesticide productsbe used according to the labeldirections. THE LABEL IS THE LAW.

USEPA classifies products aseither Restricted Use or General Use. ARestricted Use product is more likely tocause harm to people or theenvironment unless it is applied by acertified applicator or someone underthe direct supervision of a certifiedapplicator. FIERA requires a certifiedapplicator to be involved in theapplication of a Restricted Use product.A Restricted Use pesticide productcannot be sold to or bought by a non-certified person.

RESTRICTED USE PESTICIDEDue to very high toxicity to humans and birds.

For retail sale to and use only by certifiedapplicators or persons under their directsupervision and only for those uses covered bythe certified applicator's certification.

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Know the Law

General Use pesticides, althoughnot as dangerous as Restricted UsePesticides (RUPs), can still causesubstantial damage to people or theenvironment if applied or handledincorrectly. In Ohio, therefore, anypesticide applied commercially,including by a public agency, must beapplied by a certified applicator or atrained serviceman under the directsupervision of a certified applicator.

Although not certified, a trainedserviceman can be held accountable foran illegal application of pesticides. Iflabel directions or the directions of thecertified applicator are ignored, thetrained serviceman may be accountablefor civil or criminal penalties.

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A civil pena A civil penalty is a fine based

is a fine base on the cost of ODA's investigation andusually amounts to several hundreddollars. If the trained servicemanknowingly violates the pesticide lawsor label directions, and theenvironment or human health isendangered, then criminal charges maybe filed. Under the Ohio Pesticide Law,for a first offense, a person could becharged with a first or second degreemisdemeanor. In addition, USEPA canlevy civil penalties and initiate criminalcharges against illegal pesticidehandlers.

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