The Standard requires employers to provide for their workers and pesticide applicators in three areas. Ensure protection against exposure. Employers must provide personal protective equipment and be sure it is properly used and cleaned. This may require careful scheduling of pesticide application and field work so that they do not conflict. Protective equipment also is required for entry into fields during the restricted-entry interval.
Check labels carefully for specific requirements.
Provide ways for workers to mitigate or minimize the impacts of pesticide exposure. This includes making available decontamination sites and emergency assistance in case of exposure. For full information on the WPS, consult your local Cooperative Extension agent. This should help you to properly record and post pesticide use and to plan field operations. Remember, however, that the information in this table is presented in good faith as a reference.