NYS PCO Pesticide Safety and PPE Flashcards
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Which piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) is MOST critical when applying organophosphate pesticides?
Answer: Chemical-resistant gloves
Chemical-resistant gloves are essential when handling organophosphates because they prevent dermal absorption of these highly toxic compounds.
Under NYS regulations, pesticide application records must be retained for a minimum of how many years?
Answer: 3 years
NYS DEC requires pesticide application records to be kept for a minimum of 3 years.
What does the signal word 'DANGER' on a pesticide label indicate?
Answer: Highly toxic — LD50 is very low
'DANGER' indicates a highly toxic product with a very low LD50, meaning even small amounts can cause death or serious injury.
Before entering a pesticide-treated area, a PCO should verify that the:
Answer: Re-entry interval (REI) has elapsed
The re-entry interval must have elapsed to ensure residues have dropped to safe levels before re-entry.
Which respiratory protection is required when applying pesticides that produce fine aerosols in enclosed spaces?
Answer: NIOSH-approved respirator with appropriate cartridges
NIOSH-approved respirators with the correct cartridges are required to protect against inhalation of aerosol droplets and vapors in enclosed spaces.
When a pesticide is accidentally splashed in the eyes, the FIRST action is to:
Answer: Flush eyes with clean water for 15–20 minutes
Immediate flushing with clean water for 15–20 minutes removes the chemical and minimizes tissue damage before seeking medical help.