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Applying Pesticides Safely

Applying Pesticides Safely. Remove, cover or wash Pet dishes, toys, bird feeders, etc. Clients should: Move cars, close windows Beware of food plants Explain reentry intervals. Applying Pesticides Safely. Storing hazardous materials poses a great potential for accidents and liability.

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Applying Pesticides Safely

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  1. Applying Pesticides Safely • Remove, cover or wash • Pet dishes, toys, bird feeders, etc. • Clients should: • Move cars, close windows • Beware of food plants • Explain reentry intervals

  2. Applying Pesticides Safely

  3. Storing hazardous materials poses a great potential for accidents and liability. Limit the amount of pesticides kept in storage.

  4. Chemical fires can be toxic. You may need to report storage of certain chemicals. Check with DNR (DEQ) or MSUE about SARA Title III requirements.

  5. Not near well Secured Ventilated Posted Fire-proof Secondary containment Separate storage for volatile herbicides Exterior Pesticide Storage

  6. Inventory sheet Moderate temperatures NO SMOKING Fire extinguisher Spill kit Protective clothing Emergency telephone numbers Interior Pesticide Storage

  7. Storage regulations may change. Contact MDA or MSUE for updates. Storage

  8. Pesticide Containers • Keep in original container • Protect labels • Label all containers • Do NOT use food containers

  9. Pesticide Containers • Reseal open packages • Use old or damaged first • Mark mixing containers • Triple rinse and puncture • Buy refillables or recycle

  10. Pesticide wastes can be a problem. - Don’t stock up - Mix only what is needed - Apply leftovers according to the label - Use material in open containers

  11. Pesticide waste disposal is regulated. Contact the DNR (DEQ), MSUE or MDA for assistance.

  12. Pesticide Spills • Control and stop the spill • Contain the spill • Clean up the spill • Report the spill • Contact MDA, MSUE, DEQ for latest procedures

  13. Contracts IPM Protective gear Notification registry Posting Drift management Use standards Mixing and loading Washing equipment Regulation 637

  14. Professional Applicator • Communicate • Keep up to date • Train employees • Look and act professionally

  15. Sell your skills and knowledge... consult! Educate your customers!

  16. Educate Customers • Not all organisms are pests • Natural control allows some pests • Is injury aesthetic or health threatening • Timing for pest management

  17. Educate Customers • Plants must be inspected • Targeted control tactics • Pesticides may or may not be the best method of pest management

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