Delaware General Safety Bundle
This course bundle is geared toward the Delaware commercial applicator. This course bundle contains 4 credits of general safety training approved by the Delaware Department of Agriculture. Click on course details for a complete list of courses.
BUNDLE CONTENTS:
- Reading the Label: Beyond the Basics – 2 credits
- Pesticide Emergency Management and Environmental Protection – 1 credit
- Review of Pesticide Use Hazards – 1 credit
Reading the Pesticide Label: Beyond the Basics
Course Description
This training will cover many sections of a pesticide label and safety data sheets. Labels are increasing in complexity and depth of information. It is never suggested that anyone try to memorize a pesticide label. By reviewing parts of a label and recognizing label language and use, we hope that you feel more comfortable with the information on pesticide labels and feel confident in understanding the information the present. Many examples of labels are used in this training that cover a variety of types of pesticides and also represent a variety of sites. It’s essential that we look at REAL label language and not simply make generic statements to evaluate.
There is no endorsement for any company or product by representation of information in this training. All material presented is for educational purposes only and is not intended to purposefully include or exclude any company, tradename, product, use, proprietary, or any other information. Whenever you have questions about interpretations of label language, we encourage you to contact your local extension, land-grant university, department of agriculture, product dealer, or the manufacturer for more information.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Discuss different types of pesticide registrations.
- Identify where to find specific information on the pesticide label.
- Identify pests and site usage according to the label, and recognize information on safety data sheets.
Pesticide Emergency Management and Environmental Protection
Course Description
Pesticides can be dangerous to people and the environment. Safe use practices help pest managers stay on top of potential hazards. This one-credit course is approved by the Delaware Department of Agriculture, covering emergency management and environmental protection for pesticide use.
Pest managers should always utilize a management plan when using pesticides, along with warning measures like signs and public notices. Of course, the safest way to use pesticides is not to use them at all — which is why this course discusses pesticide alternatives.
Safety begins with planning and ends long after cleanup. Careful chemical selection, equipment use, application techniques, cleanup, disposal, recordkeeping and liability ensure hazards are minimized. Safe storage, mixing and transportation of pesticides are possible with the help of service containers.
In case of an emergency, you need to know how to respond. Spills, leaks and even misapplications may occur. First aid techniques in this course will prepare you to treat exposure to clothing, skin, eyes and the respiratory system.
After completing this course, participants will be able to:
- Identify pesticide safety measures to protect people and the environment from pesticide exposure.
- Describe appropriate ways to handle and apply pesticides.
- Recognize different types of pesticide emergencies and corresponding first aid measures.
- Explain how to handle pesticide emergencies such as leaks, spills and misapplications.
- Discuss effective equipment selection, safe application techniques and proper practices for cleanup and disposal.
Review of Pesticide Use Hazards
Course Description
When applied incorrectly, pesticides can be dangerous to humans, non-target organisms and the environment. This one-credit course contains crucial training on the toxicity and hazards of pesticides and is approved by the Delaware Department of Agriculture.
Pest managers must be aware of the potential damage to the environment, wildlife and non-target organisms associated with pesticide use, including injury to pets, water contamination, phytotoxicity in plants and human exposure.
Become familiar with the three categories of toxicity, factors that influence toxicity, pesticide classification and designations based on function/targeted pests—all important tools in preventing hazardous pesticide exposure.
After completing this course participants will be able to:
- Explain pesticide toxicity and the different hazards of human pesticide exposure.
- Recognize strategies to minimize excessive pesticide exposure risk to pets, plants, and the environment.
- Describe the characteristics of various pesticide formulations.
- State the appropriate measures to take in case of pesticide accidents.