Agriculture Reference
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3. Make sure a trained handler equipped with labeling-specified PPE main-
tains constant voice or visual contact with any handler in a greenhouse who is
doing fumigant-related tasks, such as application or air monitoring.
J.
SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLERS
1. Before handlers do any handling task, inform them of all pesticide labeling
instructions for safe use.
2. Keep pesticide labeling accessible to each handler during entire handling
task.
3. Before handlers use any assigned handling equipment, tell them how to
use it safely.
4. When commercial handlers will be on an agricultural establishment,
inform them beforehand of:
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areas on the establishment where pesticides will be applied or where
an REI will be in effect
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restrictions on entering those areas.
K.
EQUIPMENT SAFETY
1. Inspect pesticide handling equipment before each use, and repair or replace
as needed.
2. Allow only appropriately trained and equipped handlers to repair, clean, or
adjust pesticide equipment that contains pesticides or residues.
L. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
Duties Related to PPE:
1. Provide handlers with the PPE the pesticide labeling requires for the task,
and be sure it is
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clean and in operating condition
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worn and used correctly
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inspected before each day of use
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repaired or replaced as needed.
2.
Be sure respirators fit correctly.
3.
Take steps to avoid heat illness.
