How can you protect people and pets during pesticide application?

Keeping people and pets away from the application site is crucial for ensuring their safety during pesticide application. Pesticides can pose health risks if inhaled, ingested, or absorbed through the skin, so maintaining a safe distance helps to reduce the likelihood of exposure. This protective measure allows the chemicals to settle after application and minimizes the chance of accidental contact with treated surfaces.

Encouraging individuals to stay close or letting them assist in the application can inadvertently lead to exposure, as they may not be aware of the potential hazards involved. Providing protective gear might aid in reducing risks, but it does not eliminate the fundamental danger associated with being in proximity to the application site, especially if the gear is not used or fitted properly. Thus, ensuring that people and pets remain away from areas being treated is the most effective strategy for maintaining their safety.