Installing a closed transfer system eliminates the need to pour and dramatically reduces the risk of exposure from splashing. Grain dust Milling and handling grain can generate large quantities of dust. Try and avoid generating dust in the first place. Good housekeeping prevents the accumulation of dust within the workplace. Remember, wearing a respirator is always the last resort.
Pesticides Only use pesticides when they are necessary.
If you decide that you need to use a pesticide, a variety of control measures are available to reduce the risk of exposure. For example, using dissolvable sachets rather than a concentrated liquid removes the need to pour and the risk of exposure from splashing is eliminated. A variety of engineering controls are also available to reduce the risk of exposure when handling concentrated liquids. These include the use of equipment with closed transfer systems that automatically open and rinse out the pesticide container. In most cases, PPE will also be necessary in addition to the engineering controls when handling pesticides.