The following safety module is intended to be used as a refresher safety awareness session and is in no way to be used as a substitute for job training nor proper equipment use. It is important to keep your skin protected as much as possible while working with or around pesticides. Pesticides can splash and spill and can be present on your clothing, even if you don't see any residue. Coveralls, aprons, spray suits, gloves, hats, boots, goggles and face shields are designed to protect you from getting the pesticide on your skin or into your body. YOUR BODY Coveralls are available in disposable or rubber-like materials.
Disposable coveralls are lightweight and reasonably comfortable.
They offer good protection if they are not damaged. If they become severely contaminated or damaged, discard them at once. Chemically resistant coveralls are similar to a rubber suit and must be worn when the label indicates the requirement for full-body protection. If you have questions about which coverall to wear, ask your supervisor. Remember not to wash your work clothes together with your family laundry.