1. Selection, use and laundering Clothing and protective equipment for agricultural chemical application

2. Chemicals enter the body by three routes: 2) Lungs 1) Skin 3) Mouth 2

3. Body areas that absorb chemicals quickly Head Underarms Groin 3

4. Why be concerned? Immediate effects: l dizziness l headache l vision and balance problems l difficulty breathing l tremors l nausea, cramps and diarrhea 4

5. Why be concerned? Long term effects: Pesticide exposure may increase your risk of…. l Cancer l Birth defects l Genetic mutations l Sterility 5

6. Get the facts... Product label and MSDS outline: l potential health effects l handling and storage instructions l safe work practices l procedures for spills and leaks l disposal guidelines 6

7. Clothing and protective equipment for mixing and spraying chemicals 7

8. What to wear when chemicals What to wear when spraying chemicals l coveralls l boots l hat l gloves 8

9. Have one or two sets of clothing that are used only for spraying Discard them after spraying season 9

10. What to wear when chemicals What to wear when mixing chemicals As well as coveralls, boots, hat and gloves, you need: l goggles l respirator l apron 10

11. Chemical cartridge respirator 11

12. Care of chemical contaminated clothing and equipment l Pre-laundering l Laundering l Care of equipment 12

13. Before Laundering Empty cuffsEmpty pockets 13

14. Isolate contaminated clothing l Use garbage bags for temporary storage 14

15. Handling chemical contaminated clothing l Protect yourself - wear unlined chemical- resistant gloves 15

16. Pre-treat l Pre-treat soiled areas with a stain remover 16

17. Pre-soak l Pre-soak all chemical contaminated clothing 17

18. Key points before laundering l empty cuffs and pockets l use garbage bags for storage l use unlined chemical resistant gloves l pre-treat l pre-soak 18

19. Laundering chemical contaminated clothing l Wash clothes separately from regular laundry 19

20. Place clothes loosely in washing machine 20

21. Use HOT water setting and FULL water level 21

22. Choose a heavy-duty detergent Use up to 1 1/2 times the recommended amount 22

23. Use a laundry booster 23

24. Thoroughly line dry clothing 24

25. Discard all clothing used for spraying chemicals after spraying season 25

26. Key points when laundering: l Wash clothes separately l Arrange clothes loosely l Use HOT water and FULL water level l Use heavy duty detergent l Use a laundry booster l Line dry clothing l Discard clothing after spraying season 26

27. Care of protective equipment l Wash equipment in hot soapy water daily l Use a soft brush and wear chemical resistant gloves 27

28. PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER l Check label and MSDS l Wear the appropriate gear l Discard saturated garments l Launder clothing daily l Wash equipment daily l Discard clothing after spraying season 28

29. 29 PROGRAM PARTNERS l Centre for Agricultural Medicine, University of Saskatchewan l Canadian Coalition for Agricultural Safety and Rural Health l Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada