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Table of Contents1) Consult the label for specific storage requirements. 2) Design a pesticide storage area.
Storage TipsProper storage of pesticides, both synthetic and botanical, in and around the home is important for many reasons, including protection of human health, preservation of the environment, and maintenance of chemical effectiveness. One way to minimize storage problems is through good planning. Buy only the amount of pesticide that you need for a specific job or for the current growing season. The smaller volume containers, even if more expensive ounce for ounce, may in fact be the "best buy" in the long run, eliminating waste and the need for storage space. If you need to store pesticides on your property, follow these guidelines - for safety's sake! Return to Table of Contents
1) Consult the label for specific storage requirements.Always read the pesticide label for specific storage requirements. The chemical and the container in which it is purchased must be maintained in good condition. This is necessary to ensure that the material remains useful, and to avoid environmental or human health hazards. Return to Table of Contents
2) Design a pesticide storage area.Design or designate a pesticide storage area that meets the following requirements:
The storage area must be designed to keep out unwanted visitors, especially children and animals! Good lighting and ventilation are important to protect the health of anyone using the storage area. Proper ventilation can also prevent chemicals from affecting other materials in storage. It is essential to store pesticides where their fumes cannot invade areas used by people or pets. Group stored chemicals by type as a precaution against contamination. Dampness is a serious problem, as it reduces the shelf life of many chemicals and causes metal and paper containers to decompose. It is imperative that storage areas be designed so that there is no danger of chemicals being washed into our water by flooding or by accidental spills into water drains. Temperature extremes can cause physical or chemical changes to pesticide products. Such changes may make the product ineffective and/or cause plant injury. Heat makes chemicals more volatile and unstable. Freezing can cause some types of containers to break open. If specific temperature ranges are required for proper storage, they will be printed on the product label. Finally, the site must be designed to contain, or stop the further spread of, any spills and/or leaks. Return to Table of Contents
3) Store pesticides safely.Use approved management techniques for storing pesticides safely:
Never transfer excess pesticide or fertilizer to an empty food container. A child or non-reader may be poisoned accidentally! Return to Table of Contents |
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