What are pesticides and how do they effect the environment and people if improperly used Pesticides are substances intended for preventing destroying and repelling insects weeds rodents and fungus ID: 314698
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The Pesticides Awareness Team Presents:
What are pesticides, and how do they effect the environment and people if improperly used?Slide2
Pesticides are substances intended for preventing, destroying and repelling insects, weeds, rodents and fungus. A
pesticide is generally a chemical or biological agent that deters, incapacitates, kills or otherwise discourages pests.
What are Pesticides?Slide3
50% of our nation’s population relies on groundwater for drinking water
95% of our nation’s population in rural/ agricultural areas uses groundwater
Pesticides can get into our WaterSlide4
Exposure to pesticides can cause skin irritation, damage to the nervous system, tumors, genetic mutations, genetic disorders, cancer, birth defects, and more
Acute exposure can be fatal and can cause death
Pesticides & HealthSlide5
Natural doesn’t always mean harmless!!!
Whether or not an organic pesticide is safe enough to use in your yard/house and near water is determined exactly the same way as for any other pesticide.
Does Organic mean Chemical-Free?Slide6
5 steps to Safe Pesticide Use R
ead and understand pesticide labels before using the chemicals 1. Identify the problem: What is the bug, rodent, or weed that you wanting to get rid of? Slide7
2. Select the right product: Choose a product that is designed to control the specific pest you are targeting. Slide8
3. Prepare the area: Keep children and pets at a distance during applicationsKeep off until the product dries, or as long as the product label suggests Have absorbent materials nearby in case the product is spilled.Slide9
Read and follow the label instructions:Be sure to follow directions about Proper protective clothing
Mixing solution Rinsing containers Appropriate dosage levels This is important when using pesticides as the safety and effectiveness of both depend on proper use.
Always wash your hands after applying a pesticide.Slide10
5. Do not overuse or underuse: Overuse can be hazardous Underuse can help pests build up an immunity to the pesticide making treatment ineffective.Slide11
Critical Thinking is NeededHelp Protect Our Environment Against Pests and PollutionSlide12
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