What are the five golden rules for safe use


1 be careful at all times
  • Understand the risks involved in the use of crop protection products
  • Metric and mixed with method for enrichment of products, and the application and application of cleaning process
  • Let the children away from the scene and animal medicine
  • Safe storage of products and equipment
  • Deal with product waste and packaging materials
  • Evaluate weather conditions (wind speed, wind direction, temperature)
  • Avoid drug drift
  • Do not smoke, eat or drink when dealing with drugs
2 read and understand product labels
  • The user and the instructor must read all the information on the product label (technology, use and safety, etc.), and pay attention to the interpretation of the international common hazard signs.
  • Illiterate users and instructors should understand the meaning of the graphic on the label.
3 after application to be cleaned
  • After the end of applying to thorough cleaning (shower or bath).
  • Thoroughly clean the work clothes and personal protective equipment (PPE) and separate them from other clothing in the family.
  • If there is a drug on the body, should be cleaned immediately, in particular, be careful not to let the drug splashed into the eye.
4 maintain good spraying equipment
  • If the spraying equipment is not well maintained, it is necessary to understand the working principle of the sprayer and find out the cause and location of the leakage.
  • Select the correct nozzle.
  • Sprinkler maintenance plan (seals, filters, pumps and nozzles).
  • Know how to repair spray equipment and keep parts.
  • Calibrate spray equipment at recommended rates.
5 personal protective clothing and equipment (PPE)
  • When working on pesticides, wear a long sleeved shirt, trousers (cotton) and non absorbent shoes.
  • Wear gloves, hats, masks, eye protection and waterproof aprons as required.
  • If you are able to comply with the first 4 criteria, the need for personal protective clothing and equipment to prevent people from being contaminated with drugs will be greatly reduced. PPE should be regarded as the last line of defense.