Summary of ideal pesticide storage facility
If stored safely in a secure location, pesticides pose no danger
to the ground water. One of the simplest ways of improving
pesticide storage is to keep the pesticides dry and out of the
way of activities that might knock over a jug or rip open a bag.
Secondly, if a spill does occur, an impermeable floor (such as concrete) should virtually eliminate any seepage of pesticides into the ground. Putting a curb around the floor will prevent pesticides from spreading to other areas, including the unprotected ground.
Storage of liquid pesticides in cold weather is also a consideration as you improve your pesticide storage practices. Usually, when a liquid pesticide freezes, the only risk is separation of the active ingredient from the solvents or emulsifiers. This can lead to crystallization of the pesticide. However, if the liquid expands upon freezing, the container holding the pesticide may crack or rupture.
The simplest solution to this problem is to avoid excess pesticides that require winter storage. However, should winter storage be necessary, a sound storage facility is the best defense against accidental leakage due to ruptured containers.
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