Protection during applications... Handlers are prohibited from applying a pesticide in a way that will expose workers or other persons; workers are excluded from areas during treatment with pesticides.
Restricted-entry intervals (REIs)... REIs are established for all pesticides used in the production of agricultural plants, ranging from 12 to 72 hours, depending on toxicity. Workers are excluded from areas under an REI, with only narrow exceptions.
Personal protective equipment (PPE)... PPE must be provided and maintained for handlers and early-entry workers.
Notification of workers... Workers must be notified about treated areas so they may avoid inadvertent exposures.
Decontamination supplies... Handlers and workers must have an ample supply of water, soap, and towels for routine washing and emergency decontamination.
Emergency assistance... Transportation must be made available to a medical care facility if a worker or handler may have been poisoned or injured. Information must be provided about the pesticide to which the person may have exposed.
Pesticide safety training and safety posters... Training is required for all workers and handlers, and a pesticide safety poster must be displayed.
Access to labeling and site specific information... Handlers and workers must be informed of pesticide label requirements and information. Central posting of recent pesticide applications made on the agricultural establishment is required
Restricted-entry intervals (REIs)... REIs are established for all pesticides used in the production of agricultural plants, ranging from 12 to 72 hours, depending on toxicity. Workers are excluded from areas under an REI, with only narrow exceptions.
Personal protective equipment (PPE)... PPE must be provided and maintained for handlers and early-entry workers.
Notification of workers... Workers must be notified about treated areas so they may avoid inadvertent exposures.
Decontamination supplies... Handlers and workers must have an ample supply of water, soap, and towels for routine washing and emergency decontamination.
Emergency assistance... Transportation must be made available to a medical care facility if a worker or handler may have been poisoned or injured. Information must be provided about the pesticide to which the person may have exposed.
Pesticide safety training and safety posters... Training is required for all workers and handlers, and a pesticide safety poster must be displayed.
Access to labeling and site specific information... Handlers and workers must be informed of pesticide label requirements and information. Central posting of recent pesticide applications made on the agricultural establishment is required
SUMMARY OF WPS REQUIREMENTS