Be Prepared with a Spill Response Plan Pesticides are one of many tools available to us for effective protection of crops from weeds, insects and diseases.
Pesticides require special care and handling .
The following practices outline safe, responsible and effective procedures for pesticide use and handling that can help protect our environment, our water supplies - and ourselves. Have these documents readily available to workers at all times. Update agricultural chemical spill response plans and review plans with all employees at least once per year prior to the field season. Keep plans readily available for employee use in a prominent location. Have a list of emergency phone numbers and contact people readily available to workers at all times.