Safety; Operator Protection - Micron Handy Instruction Manual

SAFETY

Using agrochemicals is a hazardous process. Operators should comply with all rele-
vant legislation and/or regulations governing the use of agrochemicals and should use
appropriate personal protective equipment (see 'OPERATOR PROTECTION').
Never use the HANDY in potentially explosive atmospheres or spray flammable liq-
uid through it.
The HANDY can be used with most conventional herbicides, as well as specific
CDA formulations (only available in some countries).
Always read the product label carefully to discover:-
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approved applications
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maximum dose rates
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maximum number of treatments
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operator protection required
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necessary environmental protection measures
N.B. 'Dose rate' refers to the amount of chemical
product applied per hectare.
Never eat, drink, or smoke when working with agrochemicals. After using agro-
chemicals or handling equipment wash your hands thoroughly.
(especially children) and animals out of areas being sprayed.
Always store agrochemicals safely to protect people and animals, and to safeguard
the environment (take special care to avoid water pollution). See 'SPRAYING' sec-
tions for guidelines on safe use of the HANDY in operation.

OPERATOR PROTECTION

Always wear the protective clothing items listed on the product label for mixing and
filling. The minimum protective clothing required for spraying with the HANDY is:
rubber gloves
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boots/shoes and long trousers
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eye protection
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long sleeved shirt
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Note:
a) Acoustic information: the sound pressure level at the operator's ear does not exceed
70 dB(A).
b) Vibration: the weighted RMS acceleration value at the hands when using this ma-
chine does not exceed 2.5 m/sec².
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