PPE Essentials
What is the minimum PPE required when applying pesticides?
What are long-sleeve shirts, long pants, waterproof gloves, and shoes?
Name one route through which pesticide exposure can occur.
What are inhalation, oral, or dermal?
What technique can be used to reduce pesticide usage?
What is Integrated Pest Management (IPM)?
What is one symptom of pesticide poisoning?
What is nausea or vomiting?
What information is typically found at the top of a pesticide label?
What is the product name and active ingredient?
What type of gloves should be used according to pesticide labels?
What are chemical-resistant or waterproof gloves?
What is one way to minimize pesticide exposure when mixing?
What is wearing all necessary PPE?
How should pesticide containers be stored to prevent accidents?
What is in original labeled containers and locked away from children?
What could excessive sweating indicate in relation to pesticide application?
What is a symptom of pesticide poisoning or heat stress?
Why is it important to read the signal words on a pesticide label?
What is to understand the level of toxicity and safety precautions needed?
Which type of PPE is necessary for eye protection during pesticide handling?
What are goggles or a face shield?
What should you do before eating or drinking after handling pesticides?
What is wash your hands?
What should you do with contaminated clothing?
What is wash separately or dispose of if heavily contaminated?
What should you do if someone shows signs of pesticide poisoning?
What is seek medical attention immediately?
What does the "Directions for Use" section on a label provide?
What are instructions on how to apply the pesticide safely and effectively?
What is the purpose of wearing a respirator when handling pesticides?
What is to protect against inhalation of harmful chemicals?
What is meant by "restricted-entry interval"?
What is the time between pesticide application and when it is safe to re-enter the area without PPE?
What is an effective way to minimize pesticide drift during application?
What is using larger nozzle sizes and lower pressures?
Name a symptom indicating potential heat stress while handling pesticides.
What is fatigue or dizziness?
What is the purpose of the "Storage and Disposal" section on a pesticide label?
What is to provide guidance on how to store the pesticide safely and dispose of it properly?
What should you do if the label specifies "chemical-resistant coveralls"?
What are wear coveralls made from coated or waterproof material?
What is the potential effect of prolonged exposure to pesticides?
What are chronic health effects, such as developmental and reproductive effects?
What should you do if you notice pesticide residues on surfaces after application?
What is clean the surfaces thoroughly?
What are two delayed effects of pesticide exposure?
What are chronic illnesses or sensitization reactions?
How does the "Personal Protective Equipment" section of the label affect your safety?
What is it specifies the required PPE to wear during application to protect against exposure?