Before you work with pesticides, read the precautionary statements on the chemical label and review this checklist to make sure you have the right kind of protective clothing. Careful attention to the clothes you wear can minimize pesticide exposure. Chemically resistant gloves may be made of neoprene, butyl rubber, or nitrile polymers in various thicknesses.
Thicker gloves offer more protection, but give less manual dexterity.
Gloves must resist the chemical in use, fit well, and extend over the wrist halfway to the elbow. Cotton and leather gloves are not recommended for pesticide use or application, although they may help to keep hands warm or provide a good grip for other tasks. Cotton coveralls help reduce the amount of pesticide that gets on your regular work clothing, underclothing, and your skin. After contamination, disposable coveralls should be discarded as hazardous waste in the same way as pesticide containers or bags. You could cut up the coveralls to be sure no one else picks them up to wear by mistake.