Safety Protocol Part 2

Safety Protocol, Part 2 Read the label — it's the law, every single time Danger, Warning, Caution — toxicity down the line Dermal is common, inhalation's most severe PPE on, spill kit ready — safety facts crystal clear Acute pesticide exposure symptoms appear immediately or within 24 hours — note the speed Mild organophosphate exposure? First symptom is headache and dizziness — that's the lead Pyrethroid exposure symptoms: skin rash, irritated eyes, and sneezing — three to recite Accidental poisoning? First aid, consult the label, seek medical attention — do it right Eyes contacted by pesticide? Flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes — don't delay Chemical spilled on clothing? Separate from non-contaminated clothes, then wash that day Hot wash, full cycle when cleaning pesticide-contaminated clothing — max the heat Shower thoroughly and change if spilled in the parking lot — head to toe, complete Employer is responsible for providing all PPE to the applicator on the job — that's law Wear goggles when handling and applying pesticides — no exception, no flaw Lined gloves — only when the label directs — follow the label always Neoprene, unlined gloves are standard for handling pesticide — remember those days OSHA-approved hard hat when working in an attic with protruding nails — heads protected Waterproof hat with large bill for outdoor work — UV and rain deflected Respirator stored in an airtight sealed case when not in use — keep it clean Respirator checked before each use — rinse with warm water and mild detergent — routine Chemical spill? First: contain the area — that's step one without debate Call 911 first for a spill — then notify the county agricultural commissioner after the wait Keep a spill kit in your truck at all times — preparedness is the key Increase ventilation and use PPE to reduce exposure during liquid pesticide spray Minimum legal age for a pest technician or Branch 2 field rep is 18 — no younger allowed New employee can apply under supervision for 90 days — then licensing is required and proud 40 hours of training must be proven before a Field Rep license in Branch 2 is earned Field rep license renews every 3 years — expires June 30 — that's a lesson learned 16 CEU hours required for Field Rep renewal — 8 of those must be Rules and Regulations SPCB board has 7 members — each serves 2 four-year terms — that's their station Change companies? Notify the SPCB within 10 days via their form — in writing, sealed Change of address? Notify the board within 30 days — that's the rule revealed Pesticide use report submitted within 10 days after the month ends — hit that deadline Store pesticide use records for 24 months — two years minimum on the line Service records retained for 3 years — branch manager holds them safe and sound Wage records kept for 7 years — California labor law has the final round Test results kept by the board for 1 year — dispute window is 10 days — act fast Operator can qualify a maximum of 2 companies in California — that's the contrast Late renewal penalty is 50% of the fee, not more than $100 — pay on time instead Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) determines pesticide use — remember what was said SPCB must be notified immediately after a rep is seriously injured during application Occupants get written notice with SPCB's phone and address before treatment — that's regulation Customer wants to know the chemical used? You have 24 hours after the request to provide it Notify SPCB and OSHA when injury or death occurs — those are the agencies — don't avoid it Residual sprays — type of surface determines how long a liquid pesticide remains active High temperatures accelerate degradation and volatilization — hot weather is causative Repetitive use of the same chemical leads to insecticide-resistant populations — rotate Wrong product, resistance, misidentification, re-introduction — why treatments fail — that's the debate Triple rinsing a container — put one-quarter tank of water in each rinse — three times through Strip the label and break the top off aerosols before disposal — that's what you do Store pesticides in cool dry places, liquids on the bottom shelf — safe and stable Danger/Peligroso storage signs must be readable from 25 feet — red and white label Unlicensed tech can apply pesticides only under supervision of a licensed field rep or operator — that's the gate Treat around the elderly? Use whatever the product label recommends — don't deviate Schools need 72 hours advance notice before treatment — plan ahead, give the time Products are never left unattended — safety first on every job and every dime Read the label — it's the law, every single time Danger, Warning, Caution — toxicity down the line Dermal is common, inhalation's most severe PPE on, spill kit ready — safety facts crystal clear