Texas Pesticide Applicator Practice Exam

True or False: You should wear protective clothing when exposed to pesticide drift, but hardly ever when mixing and filling pesticides.

1. True

2. False

3. Only when it's sunny

4. Only if the pesticide is hazardous

The correct answer is: False

The statement is false because wearing protective clothing is essential during both mixing and filling pesticides as well as when there is a risk of pesticide drift. Protective clothing serves as a barrier to prevent pesticide exposure to the skin, which can occur during these critical stages of pesticide handling. When mixing and filling pesticides, there is a significant risk of spills, splashes, or aerosolization that can lead to direct contact with the skin or inhalation of pesticide particles. Therefore, appropriate protective clothing, such as gloves, goggles, and coveralls, is necessary in these situations to ensure safety and prevent harmful exposure. The notion that protective clothing is only needed during pesticide drift overlooks the fact that significant risks are present during the entire handling process.