The fungi known as Fusarium live in the soil which is why house plants, landscape and vegetable plants wilt, rot and die from the roots up. However, some plants which we would probably like to see their demise in the garden that may actually act as a fusarium disease host.

These "weeds" do not not seem to have any problems with the fusarium fungi but like to "share it" with other plants. The tall morning glory and the ivyleaf morning glory appear to be 2 of the fusarium carriers.

The Symptoms of Pesticide Poisoning are quite similar to the symptoms of heat stress.

True or False?
Answer: True

Exposure to pesticides and heat stress share these common symptoms: Tiredness or dizziness. Headaches or blurred vision. Excessive sweating. Chest pains or trouble breathing. Nausea, stomach cramps or diarrhea.

Skin rashes and eye irritation are more typical of contact with pesticides, (especially from herbicides,. fungicides and EC's - Emulsifiable Concentrates).

In warm weather and especially in closed areas such as greenhouses and shadehouses, heat stress is more probable than pesticide poisoning.

In any event, if the worker does not feel well, if something is not right, get him/her our of the work area, into the shade or cool area and, if symptoms persist, get medical help. (don't forget to take a copy of the label to the first aid provider).

Eyewash Solution is specifically required for flushing out eyes contaminated with pesticides in the field.

True or False?
Answer: False

While the use of eyewash solutions are preferred, the decontamination of eyes can be done safely and effectively with clean water.

Since WPS (worker protection standards) so states that eyes should be flushed with water for at least 15 minutes, the quantities of eyewash solutions to enable a 15 minute flush would be considerable greater that what is supplied in the so-called decontamination kits that many safety supply houses and chemical dealers are offering to growers.

In fact, one of the EPA approved WPS Worker Training Tapes (“Following the Sun”) shows the characters actually flushing eyes out with water from an Igloo Cooler placed on the roof of a camper top.

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When mixing and loading pesticides into a sprayer, the minimum requirement is Eye Protection.

True or False?
Answer: False

Even though goggles or glasses will prevent splashes from getting in your eyes and on your face, you must also wear the PPE specified by the label for the particular materials you are mixing and loading. Even if the materials are mild, such as nutritionals, oils, etc, you must protect your face, eyes and body from splashes and handle all materials with gloves, waterproof or chemical resistant.

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EPA Approved Warning Signs must be put up in each area that has been sprayed.

True or False?
Answer: False

Warning signs should only be posted when indicated by the label of the product being applied. Remember, "The Label Is The Law" as set forth in FIFRA and pesticide manufacturers are required to include posting instructions on the label However, when posting of warning signs is not required, all personnel should be informed as to where the spraying or application will take place and told to stay away until the REI period is over.

In addition, warning signs should be removed after the REI expires. It is technically against the Worker Protection Standard to leave the warning signs up. Fold-over signs have been developed so that the sign does not have to physically removed - the top part folds down over the lower half and covers the sign up until the next time it is needed.