STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES: PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

LEGAL OBLIGATIONS

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is designed to protect the wearer’s body from injury or contamination. There is a delicate balance between ensuring adequate protection and eliminating unnecessary PPE to reduce the potential for heat exhaustion.

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TOO LITTLE: Inadequate protection TOO MUCH: Heat stroke risk

■ Incorrect PPE■ PPE worn incorrectly

Provides minimal, or no protection, against the potential risks posed by pesticide.

■ Increased risk of heat stroke.

Many pesticide application operations occur during the summer months and during the heat of the day.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

■ 2-piece conti-suit or overall■ Gumboots■ PVC gloves■ Sunhat

All PPE is in good working order. NO leaks or cuts. Respirators fit correctly and the cartridge is the correct one for the pesticide being applied.

ADDITIONAL PPE LABELRECOMMENDATIONS

■ Read the label CAREFULLY and adhere to the PPE recommendations. ■ Identify and adhere to differences in PPE recommendations for handling/mixing and application.

■ Occupational Health & Safety Act (No. 85 of 1993)■ FSC® Principles and Criteria for Forest Stewardship FSC-STD-01-001 (Version 4)■ FSC® Pesticide Policy FSC-POL-30-001 (2005)■ HSE - 20 Personal Protective Equipment