Manual for safe handling and use of plant protection products
Croatian
Description
Comprehensive manual for safe use of pesticides that includes separate chapter on hazards and risks of plant protection products. It is aimed at farmers and residents in agricultural areas. The guide covers general definition of types of human exposure to pesticides, acute and chronic poisoning symptoms and first aid measures. There is also a detailed description of risk mitigation measures including use and limitations of personal protective equipments.
Other data
Provider
Provider name (English)
Ministry of Agriculture
Provider name (Original)
Ministarstvo poljoprivrede Republike Hrvatske
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Applying Pesticides
Biological hazard
Fungi
Zoonoses
Hazard - physical state
Aerosols
Dusts
Gases
Liquids
Vapours
Hazard - health effects
Allergens
Skin sensitisers
Asthmagens
Neurotoxic substances
Irritants
Toxic substances
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Inhalation
Ocular (through eyes)
Skin absorption
Substance Description
Pesticides
Prevention measures
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Hygiene measures
Purpose of the material
Guidance
REACH or CLP related
Target group
Employers
OSH consultant
Safety officers