If nothing on the label about PPE, what is the minimum protection you should wear when mixing pesticides?

If nothing on the label about PPE, what is the minimum protection you should wear when mixing pesticides?

• A. Gloves, eyewear, and work clothing.
• B. Only gloves are required.
• C. No PPE is required.
• D. A respirator is the only required PPE.

Answer: (A)

PPE is determined by the pesticide label, and if the label doesn’t specify any PPE, you still protect yourself with basic gear appropriate for mixing. The minimum is gloves to prevent skin contact with the chemical, eyewear to shield your eyes from splashes, and work clothing that covers skin (such as long sleeves and pants) to reduce dermal exposure. A respirator isn’t automatically required and should only be used if the label or a risk assessment says inhalation protection is needed. So, when nothing on the label about PPE, wear gloves, eyewear, and work clothing.