1. OHIO PESTICIDE APPLICATOR TRAINING Unit 7 Personal Protective Equipment

2. The Ohio State University Extension David J. Goerig Ag / Natural Resource Agent Mahoning County

3. What is Personal Protective Equipment?PPE • Clothing and devices that are worn to protect the human body from contact with pesticides or pesticide residue

4. Coveralls Aprons Types of PPE • Respirators • Protective suits • Eyewear • Footwear • Gloves • Headwear

5. YOU ARE LEGALLY REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ALL PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT INSTRUCTIONS THAT APPEAR ON THE LABEL OR IN LABELING

6. Factors affecting the Chemical Resistance of PPE • Length of exposure • Exposure situation • Type of Chemical • Type of Material

7. Choosing Chemical-Resistant Materials • Cotton, Leather, and Canvas are not chemical resistant. • The best choice materials include but are not limited to; Rubber, plastic, butyl, neoprene, and polyvinyl chloride products.

8. Hand and Foot Protection • Areas of most exposure. • Avoid contamination. • Must be chemical resistant to the product you are working with. • Must be worn correctly. • In good condition. • Cleaned / Replaced often.

9. Head and Neck Protection • Required if you will be exposed to pesticides from above. • Wide brimmed “Safari” hats are good. • Resistant to the chemical you are working with. • Jackets with attached hoods available

10. Protecting your Eyes • Safety glasses OK if they include brow and side shields. • Goggles • Face shields

11. Protecting your Respiratory Tract • Dust / Mist filtering respirators • Vapor-removing respirators • Air-supplying respirators

12. Handling Fumigants • Applied in a gaseous state. • Highly toxic. • Never work alone. • Respirator required. • Breathable fabrics.

13. Maintaining PPE • Wear gloves, goggles and aprons when handling pesticide contaminated equipment. • Work in well ventilated area. • Rinse first. • Wash with detergent and hot water. • Rinse twice. • Air dry.