Author: J. Routt Reigart Publisher: DIANE Publishing ISBN: 1437914527 Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 238
Book Description
This 5th ed. is an update and expansion of the 1989 4th ed. This EPA manual provides health professionals with information on the health hazards of pesticides currently in use, and current consensus recommendations for management of poisonings and injuries caused by them. As with previous updates, this new ed. incorporates new pesticide products that are not necessarily widely known among health professionals. Contents: (1) General Information: Introduction; General Principles in the Management of Acute Pesticide Poisonings; Environmental and Occupational History; (2) Insecticides; (3) Herbicides; (4) Other Pesticides; (5) Index of Signs and Symptoms; Index of Pesticide Products. Charts and tables.
Author: Bert L. Bohmont Publisher: Prentice Hall ISBN: Category : Technology & Engineering Languages : en Pages : 650
Book Description
Covers all aspects of pesticide principles and use, including topics such as: environmental considerations; insects; plant disease agents; weeds; integrated pest management; laws; liability; recordkeeping; labels; safety; formulations; application equipment; transportation; stora≥ decontamination; and disposal. Using a non-technical presentation, it helps readers gain an understanding of why pesticides are used, how to apply them safely and how to do this within the letter of the law.Supplies the necessary information for pesticide applicators to use pesticides in a responsible manner. Offer readers quick and easy access to reference material such as the United States and Canadian Pesticide Control Offices, restricted use pesticides, pesticide information telephone numbers and Web page addresses, cold weather handling of liquid chemical products, etc.Because the science of pesticide use has become a highly specialized field, this books is an excellent desk reference for those seeking re-certification and those currently working in the field.
Author: J. Routt Reigart
Author: Jack L. Runyan
Author: United States. Environmental Protection Agency
Author: United States. Environmental Protection Agency. Office of Pesticides Programs
Author: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
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Author: United States. Environmental Protection Agency
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Author: United States. Environmental Protection Agency
Author: Bert L. Bohmont