Use of Agricultural Pesticides
Portuguese, Portugal
Description
The brochure explains the hazards and risks from the use of pesticides and how to protect oneself against them during work. It is concise and easy to understand
Other data
Provider
Provider name (English)
Labour Conditions Authority (ACT)
Provider name (Original)
Autoridade para as Condições do Trabalh (ACT)
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Applying Pesticides
Biological hazard
Biochemical hazards
Hazard - physical state
Aerosols
Liquids
Hazard - health effects
Other
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Ingestion
Inhalation
Substance Description
Pesticides
Prevention measures
Level 1. Elimination of hazards
Level 1. Substitution
Level 2. Technical measures, e.g. local exhaust ventilation
Level 3. Reducing / minimising the risk by personal measures (PPE)
Training / guidance
Purpose of the material
Guidance
Risk assessment
Target group
Employers
Safety officers
Workers