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Pesticide Safety Miniposter: Apply the Correct Amount

R. W. Baldwin, S. K. Hill, Philip Koehler, J. C. Medley and W. Walker

 

Figure 1. Preview image of ENY919/IN959
Figure 1.  Preview image of ENY919/IN959

 

Abstract

Pest managers must know the proper amount of pesticide product to apply. This poster acquaints new pest control technicians with the basic process of following label instructions to properly dilute pesticides, and it walks technicians through two types of basic equipment calibration. The poster has quick response (QR) codes that link smartphones to online videos illustrating each step in applying the correct amount of pesticides.

Download the interactive PDF: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pdffiles/IN/IN95900.pdf

Publication #ENY-919

Release Date:September 25, 2018

Reviewed At:December 16, 2021

  • Critical Issue: Agricultural and Food Systems

Use pesticides safely. Read and follow directions on the manufacturer's label.

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About this Publication

This document is ENY-919, one of a series of the Entomology and Nematology Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date August 2012. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication.

About the Authors

R. W. Baldwin, assistant professor; S. K. Hill, graduate assistant; Philip Koehler, endowed professor; J. C. Medley, communications specialist; Entomology and Nematology Department; and W. Walker, senior pest control technician, Department of Housing and Residence Education; UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville, FL 32611.

Contacts

  • Rebecca Baldwin