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Pesticide Safety Miniposter: Protecting Yourself

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

 

Figure 1. Preview image of ENY-2010/IN960
Figure 1.  Preview image of ENY-2010/IN960

 

Abstract

To properly apply pesticides, a technician must be aware of the personal protective equipment, or PPE, required for the application. This poster introduces new pest control technicians to different types of PPE they may be required to wear during a pesticide application or pest management inspection. There is a wide array of examples of PPE on the poster, with quick response (QR) codes that direct smartphones to short, online videos explaining PPE for each area of the body (head, eyes, face, mouth, hands and arms, torso and feet). This poster will serve as a valuable training tool for new technicians and a refresher tool for pest managers.

Download the interactive PDF: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/pdffiles/IN/IN96000.pdf

Publication #ENY-2010

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.

Fact Sheet

About this Publication

This document is ENY-2010, 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. (Larrick) 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