Wisconsin Pesticide Applicator Practice Test

When laundering clothes that were worn while spraying, what is a recommended practice?

1. Inform the person washing clothes of pesticide use

2. Keep separate from other clothing

3. Launder daily (within eight hours)

4. All of the above

The correct answer is: All of the above

When laundering clothes that were worn while spraying pesticides, it is highly recommended to inform the person washing the clothes about the pesticide use. This allows anyone handling the clothes to take appropriate precautions to protect themselves and manage any potential pesticide residues. Keeping the contaminated clothing separate from other laundry items is also crucial. This helps prevent any cross-contamination with other garments that may not have been exposed to pesticides, thereby reducing the risk of pesticide exposure for anyone handling the laundry. Laundering the clothes daily, ideally within eight hours of use, is important for minimizing the duration of pesticide residues on the fabric. The sooner contaminated clothing is washed, the less likely it is that residues will settle and become more difficult to remove. These combined practices are essential for ensuring safety during the laundering process and minimizing exposure to harmful chemicals associated with pesticide applications. Therefore, implementing all these practices is the best way to manage safety when handling clothing worn during pesticide application.