Proper Disposal of Pesticide Waste

This document is about the proper disposal of pesticide waste, outlining safe, legal, and environmentally responsible methods for handling various types of pesticide residues. It covers disposal procedures for empty containers, excess mixtures and products, rinse water, spill cleanup materials, and...

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Main Author: O. Norman Nesheim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries 2000-08-01
Series:EDIS
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Online Access:https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/139977
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Summary:This document is about the proper disposal of pesticide waste, outlining safe, legal, and environmentally responsible methods for handling various types of pesticide residues. It covers disposal procedures for empty containers, excess mixtures and products, rinse water, spill cleanup materials, and contaminated clothing. The document also explains relevant federal and state regulations, including classifications of hazardous and solid waste, and provides practical guidance to minimize environmental contamination and legal liability. Published as Cir 840: March, 1989.
ISSN:2576-0009