Pesticide Applications Protecting yourself and Protecting the environment

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Pesticide ApplicationsProtecting yourself and
Protecting the environment

• Douglass E. Stevenson, Ph.D.
• Extension Associate
• Texas Cooperative Extension

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• Pesticide Mixing and Loading Sites
• PPE - Personal Protective Equipment
• Pesticide Container Disposal

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I. MIXING AND LOADING SITES

• HAZARDS TO CONSIDER
• Water Contamination
• Drains
• Backflow Protection
• Mix on site

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DO NOT Mix or Load Next To or Above

• Wells
• Creeks
• Ponds
• Water Sources

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When Mixing, Loading, or Cleaning Pesticide
Equipment Over or Near Drains
KNOW WHERE THE DRAIN EMPTIES!
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Proper Mixing and Loading Area
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Use Backflow Protection

• Air Gap
• Backflow Preventer

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II. PPE - Personal Protective Equipment

• Need for PPE
• Knowing How to Use PPE

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PPE Protects You From Exposure When Working With
Pesticides

• TYPES OF EXPOSURE
• Oral
• Inhalation
• Dermal
• Ocular

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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Label specific
• May include
• gloves
• boots or shoe covers
• coveralls
• hood or wide-brimmed hat
• apron
• protective eyewear
• respirator

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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

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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

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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

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Proper Disposal of Pesticide Containers Includes

• Triple Rinsing or Pressure Rinsing
• Offer for Recycling Where Available
• If Not. Puncture and Place In Landfill

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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

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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

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Offer For Recycling
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IF YOUR COUNTY DOES NOT OFFER PESTICIDE CONTAINER
RECYCLING, CONSULT FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL
AUTHORITIES FOR APPROVED ALTERNATIVE PROCEDURES.