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Safely Handling Pesticides

Internet URL

http://www.cdc.gov/nasd/docs/d000101-d000200/d000104/d000104.html  

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Sponsoring Agency

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Description

This fact sheet presents procedures for the proper handling, mixing, storage, and application of pesticides. The sheet describes the four ways that pesticides enter the body: through the skin, the mouth, the nose and the eyes, and presents strategies for avoiding contact.

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Review Date

4/24/2007