Safety
What are common safety issues we face when working?
Heat, chemical exposure, Vehicle incidents, weather, terrain, gravity, equipment malfunction, people, etc.
Signs (What you see) of Poisoning
Vomiting, sweating, disorientation, unconsciousness.
Kills undesirable plants
Herbicide
The way a pesticide destroys or controls the target pest
Mode of Action
Which Open Space vehicles are usually used for towing mow trailers?
307, 357, 336
What is the best way to prevent chemical exposure?
Wear your PPE! (Personal Protective Equipment)
Symptoms (what the person feels) of poisoning
Nausea, headache, weakness, etc.
Kills Rodents
Rodenticide
Contact pesticides only kill parts of the plant they touch vs. ______ which_____________________
Systemic, which are absorbed and move throughout the plant.
What is the mix we run in our weedeaters?
50:1
What is the most common exposure route for chemicals?
Dermal (Through the skin)
Where are first aid kits located?
1 in each truck, white cabinets throughout service center.
Kills birds
Avicide
Grounded is an example of a ______ adjuvant we use to help herbicide spray spread onto leaves
Surfactant
Which fuel key do you use to fill up your truck?
THE BLACK KEY IS THE UNIT KEY! If you have a blue fuel key, it is ONLY for filling small equipment transfer tanks.
What is required PPE for Spraying? Grab a locker if you need to keep spares at work.
Long sleeve shirt, Long Pants, Gloves, Boots, Socks.
What Label section contains the most valuable information during a pesticide poisoning.
Statement of Practical Treatment
Kills Fleas and Ticks
Miticide
Bait, Granule, Gel, and Dust formulations are usually ready to use, while most others need to be mixed or diluted with some kind of _____.
Carrier
What should you always do before running equipment?
Safety Checks (Clean, Sharpen, ensure safety guards are present, etc.)
What should you read before using any herbicide?
The Label
Where are Eye Wash stations located?
In Horticulture bay, others...
Kills insects
Insecticide
types of these- like Ranger Pro- can control many species, but also damage beneficial insects, pollinators, and non-target plants, so use carefully.
Broad-spectrum\non-selective pesticides.
What is required PPE for mowing\weedeating?
Ear protection, eye protection, long pants.