Using Pesticides Safely

Laws & Regulations

Labels/ MSDS

Pesticide Toxicity

Basic Application

Environmental Concerns

The hazards of pesticides are well documented. These risks should not be ignored, and efforts must be made to minimize them. Pesticides must be used rationally and carefully, in conjunction with other technologies in integrated pest management (IPM) systems.

Poison Control Center

The Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center is equipped to provide up-to-date information on cases involving all poisons, including pesticides. They are staffed 24 hours/day, every day of the year. If you call the poison center, you will be asked to provide information about the pesticide you or your colleagues were exposed to. Have the pesticide label near the phone when you call so you can give the operator the common name, active ingredient, manufacturer's name, and the EPA registration number. This is a free service.

IN AN EMERGENCY CALL:
Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center
1-800-222-1222
http://www.rmpdc.org

CEPEP Factsheets

• First Aid for Pesticide Poisoning
• Handling Pesticide Tainted Clothing
• Heat Stress
• Making Your Protective Clothing Effective
• Pesticide Exposure and Emergency Response
• Recognizing Pesticide Poisoning
• Safe Use of Pesticides Around the Home
• Safety with Pesticides
• Suppliers of Personal Pesticide Equipment
• What to do with Pesticide Spills
• Working with Aerial Applicators

Links

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

 

Reporting Environmental Releaces and Incidents in Colorado

 

Rocky Mountain Poison and Drug Center

 

US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

 

US EPA Office of Pesticide Programs

 

US EPA Pesticide Safety Programs

 

National Ag Safety Database (NASD)

 

National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC)

 

National Animal Poison Control Center

 

Signs and Symptoms of Pesticide Poisonings

 

Recognition and Management of Pesticide Poisonings