Pesticides

Warning Labels on Pesticides

Manufacturers of pesticides create warning labels for their products by considering how harmful the chemical would be through each route of entry into the body. The signal word that applies to the most dangerous route of entry is the one that goes on the label. Any one of the following signal words should appear on pesticide warning labels:

• CAUTION: slightly hazardous by any of the routes of entry.
• WARNING: moderately hazardous by at least one route of entry.
• DANGER: highly hazardous by at least one route of entry. The word “DANGER” alone means that the pesticide’s greatest hazard is that it can severely irritate your skin or your eyes, or both. If the pesticide has the word “DANGER” plus a skull-and-crossbones symbol, it means that the pesticide is highly toxic through one or more routes of entry. Funginex®, for instance, has the signal word “DANGER” on its label because it is a severe eye irritant. If it were highly toxic through oral, dermal or inhalation exposure, it would have the word “POISON” and the skull-and-crossbones symbol.

Labels should also contain a “hazard to humans” section and a “personal protective equipment” section, in which users can learn which kinds of exposures the signal word for that particular pesticide refers to.

Safety Tips:

• Limit termite infestation — and the necessity for pesticide use — by building with steel, concrete or brick. Borate-treated lumber will repel carpenter ants and termites.
• Plant disease-resistant plants around the home.
• Always keep these chemicals away from children.
• If you must handle pesticides, wear gloves and long sleeves, and avoid breathing the vapors.
• Carefully follow directions with regard to concentration, protective gear, and restricting access to areas that have been treated.
• Always ventilate the area well after use.
• Mix or dilute chemicals outdoors, if possible.
• Dispose of unwanted pesticides safely, and store partially-used containers outside the living space.
• Leather items contaminated with pesticides should be discarded. According to Montana State University, when leather watch bands, boots and gloves are worn and become damp, the person will again be exposed to the pesticide.
• Address any additional concerns with your home inspector during your next scheduled inspection.

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