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Litchfield M.H., . and Adam A.V., . and Chester G., . and Inkmann-Koch A., . and Tuinman C.P., . (1990) Assessment of personal protective equipment for pesticide operators in a tropical climate. [Proceedings Paper]
Abstract
In order to extend the practical advice and information on personal protection when applying pesticides in tropical climates A GIFAP-FAO Working Group carried out a study on protective equipment worn by pesticide operators in hot and humid conditions in Thailand. Items assessed included protective garments worn by operators mixing and loading the organophosphorus insectide formulation Tamaron and by spraymen applying the diluted formulation for several hours per day to a cotton crop with knapsack sprayers. The mixer-loaders also wore nitrile rubber gloves and a faceshield. The protective garments were made up of two pieces an upper garment of a double apron design and separate trousers. Garment made up to different materials were assessed for their acceptability to the workers their comfort and durability and their protectiveness against the insecticide. As a result of the study it is considered that cotton protective garments are appropriate for pesticide operators working in these conditions if additional protection is necessary. The nitrile rubber gloves and faceshield were also found to be suitable for mixer-loaders in these circumstances. It is emphasised that the effective use of protective equipment must go hand in hand with safe handling precautions and the adoption of good personal hygiene
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Abstract
In order to extend the practical advice and information on personal protection when applying pesticides in tropical climates A GIFAP-FAO Working Group carried out a study on protective equipment worn by pesticide operators in hot and humid conditions in Thailand. Items assessed included protective garments worn by operators mixing and loading the organophosphorus insectide formulation Tamaron and by spraymen applying the diluted formulation for several hours per day to a cotton crop with knapsack sprayers. The mixer-loaders also wore nitrile rubber gloves and a faceshield. The protective garments were made up of two pieces an upper garment of a double apron design and separate trousers. Garment made up to different materials were assessed for their acceptability to the workers their comfort and durability and their protectiveness against the insecticide. As a result of the study it is considered that cotton protective garments are appropriate for pesticide operators working in these conditions if additional protection is necessary. The nitrile rubber gloves and faceshield were also found to be suitable for mixer-loaders in these circumstances. It is emphasised that the effective use of protective equipment must go hand in hand with safe handling precautions and the adoption of good personal hygiene
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| Item Type: | Proceedings Paper |
|---|---|
| Additional Information: | 6 tables 3 ref.; Summary En |
| AGROVOC Term: | PLAGUICIDAS |
| AGROVOC Term: | DISPOSITIVOS DE SEGURIDAD |
| AGROVOC Term: | INDUMENTARIA DE PROTECCION |
| AGROVOC Term: | ZONA TROPICAL/ INSECTICIDAS |
| AGROVOC Term: | EQUIPO |
| AGROVOC Term: | PROTECCION DE LA SALUD |
| AGROVOC Term: | SEGURIDAD EN EL TRABAJO |
| AGROVOC Term: | TAILANDIA |
| Geographical Term: | MALAYSIA |
| Depositing User: | Ms. Norfaezah Khomsan |
| Last Modified: | 24 Apr 2025 05:26 |
| URI: | http://webagris.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/14912 |
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