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Step One: Assess wind conditions and clear work area.
Before you decide to spray, you must determine whether wind conditions are suitable. You must
also restrict access to the work area to ensure the safety of bystanders.
Do not spray if wind speeds are greater than 4 MPH or if there are
bystanders in the intended spray area.
1. Assess wind speed
2. Clear work area
Step Two: Fill the sprayer.
ALWAYS wear personal protective equipment as directed on the
chemical label when handling pesticides.
Long pants and sleeves, chemical resistant gloves, and eye protection are
strongly recommended. Additional protective gear may be required
depending on the particular pesticide.
Fill the sprayer using the following steps:
Review the "Operation – Important Safety Information" related to General
1. Review safety
information
Chemical Safety and Chemical Accident Procedures provided in this manual.
2. Choose safe
Choose a safe pesticide mixing and loading area.
mixing/
loading area
3. Wear personal
Wear personal protective equipment as directed on the chemical label.
- Note that additional equipment may be specified for mixing and loading activities.
protective
equipment
4. Turn off
Turn OFF power to the sprayer before filling.
sprayer and
- The vehicle should also be off, with brake set or wheels blocked to prevent
unintended movement.
vehicle
Operation – Using the Sprayer
WARNING
Assess weather conditions to ensure that it is not too windy to spray.
DO NOT SPRAY if wind speeds are greater than 4 MPH.
Visible indication of wind speed:
If leaves are in constant motion or there is any branch movement, DO NOT
spray because the wind is too strong.
Clear the work area of all bystanders and pets.
Restrict access by the public for the period recommended on chemical label.
WARNING
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Choose an outdoor, well-ventilated area away from unprotected
people, animals, food, and other items that might become
contaminated.
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