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Learn the importance of safe practices for pesticide mixing, personal protective equipment, and container disposal to protect yourself and the environment. Follow guidelines for proper storage, maintenance, and disposal of pesticides.
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North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Food & Drug Protection Division Pesticide Section
Pesticide Applications PROTECTING YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT
I. Pesticide Mixing and Loading Sites II. PPE - Personal Protective Equipment III. Pesticide Container Disposal
I. MIXING AND LOADING SITES • HAZARDS TO CONSIDER • Water Contamination • Drains • Backflow Protection • Mix on site
DO NOT Mix or Load Next To or Above: • Wells • Creeks • Ponds • Water Sources
When Mixing, Loading, or Cleaning Pesticide Equipment Over or Near Drains: KNOW WHERE THE DRAIN EMPTIES!
Use Backflow Protection • Air Gap • Backflow Preventer
II. PPE - Personal Protective Equipment • Need for PPE • Knowing How to Use PPE
PPE Protects You From Exposure When Working With Pesticides • TYPES OF EXPOSURE • Inhalation • Oral • Dermal • Ocular
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) • Label specific • May include: • gloves • boots or shoe covers • coveralls • hood or wide-brimmed hat • apron • protective eyewear • respirator
Review The Label For PPE Information If Label Does Not Refer To PPE Use a Minimum of Protection Such As: • Long Sleeve Shirt • Long Pants • Shoes and Socks • Chemical Resistant Gloves
PROPER STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE OF PPE SHOULD INCLUDE • NEVER Store With Pesticides • Respirator and Respirator Cartridges should be Stored Separately • Clean Respirator after Each Use • Clothes Used While Applying Pesticides Should be Washed Separately From Other Laundry
III. Proper Pesticide Container Disposal • Dispose of Pesticide Containers In a Manner Which Will Not Contaminate Any Aspect of the Environment • Pesticide Labels Have Specific Instructions on Proper Disposal Procedures
Proper Disposal of Pesticide Containers Includes: • Triple Rinsing or Pressure Rinsing • Offer for Recycling Where Available • If Not…. Puncture and Place In Landfill
Steps for Proper Triple Rinsing • Let Container Drain or Drip Into Spray Tank For At Least 30 Seconds • Fill Container 1/3 Full of Water • Replace Cap On Container and Rotate or Shake to Rinse ALL Sides • Drain Rinse Mixture From Container Into Spray Tank • Repeat Steps 2-4 Twice More Before Disposal of Pesticide Container
Steps for Correct Pressure Rinsing • Let Container Drain or Drip Into Spray Tank For At Least 30 Seconds • Insert Tip of P/N Through Side of Pesticide Container Near Base • Spray Inside Container for 30 Seconds While Holding Over Tank • Drain all Rinse Water from Container into Spray Tank