PROTECT YOURSELF --PESTICIDE SAFETY--TOXICITYCHRONIC TOXICITYToxicity TestingSignal Words…..Signal Words…... Indicate the relative acute toxicity of a pesticideSYSTEMIC EFFECTSALLERGIC EFFECTSPesticides and the BodyPesticide Poisoning SymptomsProtecting your Bod!CoverallsWoven MaterialsGlovesGlove MaterialGlovesProtecting Your HeadEye ProtectionR e s p i r a t o r sCLEANING PPEFabric TreatmentsPROTECT YOURSELF--PESTICIDE SAFETY--Pesticides are designed to kill something!Don’t let it be you!TOXICITYPesticide’s power to kill or cause serious damage to the body. Acute toxicity - after a single exposure or dose. Symptoms occur within minutes of the exposure or up to 24 hours after the exposure has occurred. Acute toxic effects are nearly always the result of an accident or careless handling.Usually occurs with more toxic pesticidesCHRONIC TOXICITY• The delayed effects of regular repeated exposures over a long period of time.• Long term health effects– Potential tumors – Birth defects – Reproductive effects– Systemic effects– Allergic effectsOccurs often with least toxic pesticides – people become careless due to low toxicity ratingToxicity TestingLab Test Conducted• Dermal – skin• Oral• Inhalation• EyesTesting determines “signal words”Signal Words• Danger-Poison • Danger • Warning • Caution…..Signal Words…...Indicate the relative acute toxicity of a pesticideHighly toxic or highly corrosiveFew drops to 1 Teaspoon to killModerately toxic - 1 Teaspoon To 1 Tablespoon to killLeast Toxic - 1 Tablespoon to a pint or more.SYSTEMIC EFFECTSUsually affects:Circulatory SystemNervous SystemSkinLungsLiver and KidneysAnemia, no clottingJaundice, kidney failureRashes, sores that won’t healTrembles, neuropathyEmphysema, asthmaUsually a result of long-term chronic exposurePesticide-causedALLERGIC EFFECTSPesticide-triggeredBecome SensitizedInfluenced by geneticsAllergic reaction - Asthma or even shock, ---Skin irritation, rashes, blisters, or open sores. Eye, nose and throat irritation, such as itchy, watery eyes; sneezing and tightness in the throat, PhotosensitivityPesticides and the BodyRoutes of ExposureWhere most pesticide exposures occur!EC = + absorptionCuts, scrapes, hot ‘n sweatyRemoveWashChangeDoctor if feeling illUsually accidentalImproper storageInduce vomiting?Vapors, mists--Mixing--when pouring--Mixing --when pouringAccidentsCan be confused with:–Flu– Heat injuries– Food poisoning–AsthmaPesticide PoisoningSymptoms• Prevention is best 1staid. • Is there anything you need to know ahead of time?Do not induce vomiting unless the label directs it!Take the label to the hospital!Is special PPE required?Protecting your Bod!• Skin • Eyes• Ingestion• InhalationCoveralls• For Caution Signal Words –Cotton (tight weave), Kleenguard®coveralls• For Warning Signal Words –Treated cotton, Tyvek.• For Danger/Danger-Poison Signal Words –PVC, Nitrile, Tychem®, sealed or serged seams.Woven MaterialsLaminated vs. WovenPVCPolyethylene coated TyvekGloves• Want unlined gloves!• Do Not Wear Leather Gloves!• Do Not Wear exam gloves!• Check for holes often!• Want 14 mils or higher!Glove Material• Nitrile – Good overall protection, $2.39/pr• Neoprene– Softer, better dexterity - $5.16• Natural Rubber– Use only on dry or water based formulations - $11-18.00/pr• Butyl – For High Toxicity Pesticides - $18.45•PVC – Anyhydrous ammonia - $4.00/pr• Viton– Superior Protection but $174.50/prGlovesProtecting Your HeadStraw Hat?No.Ball Cap?No..NoYes!Eye Protection• Goggles• Face Shields• Safety Glasses• But never wear contacts when spraying pesticides!!!RespiratorsCLEANING PPEAll PPE should be thoroughly cleaned with warm water and detergent after each use. Wash gloves and boots before you take them off.Always wear chemical resistant gloves when cleaning PPE. Line dryWashing Pesticide Contaminated ClothingAny clothing or equipment used to apply pesticides should be considered to be contaminated and should be cleaned.AND UNDERCLOTHING:INCLUDES PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENTWHAT IS THE RELATIVE TOXICITY OF THE PESTICIDE?ANY SPECIAL LAUNDERING INSTRUCTIONS ON THE LABEL?DO YOU HAVE THE LABEL ON HAND?Wear Gloves when handling contaminated clothingSIGNAL WORDS> 12 Minutes120-140oFNeed circulationFabric Treatments• Add fabric starch or fabric treatment after laundering pesticide contaminated clothing.• Scotchgard ™ - repels• Starch – absorbs• TemporaryKeep PPE as clean as possible.Multiple laundering is recommended!Signal Word!Clean the washer after use. Swab down the inside of the washer tub.Run an empty cycle with detergent and hot water before the washer is used to launder family