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Re: pesticide mixing, loading and storage



In <vines.jGh8+3jEsla@vinesgw1.state.ma.us>, GKennedy@state.ma.us writes:
>hello,
>
>i am currently investigating the ways in which the handling and storage of 
>pesticides are regulated, if at all, at the retailer and farmer level.    
>
>any information regarding the existence of guidelines or regulations for the 
>mixing, loading and storage of pesticides or any information regarding work 
>being performed in this area would be very useful and greatly appreciated.  

Both the EPA and OSHA have extensive regulations that are enforced on all 
aspects of ag chemical handling and storage. I would suggest contacting 
very nearly any office of OSHA, Farm Bureau, Chemical dealer, or farm 
supply store.

BBB


B.B. Bean                               bbbean@sheltonlink.com
Peach Orchard, MO                       http://www.cris.com/~Bbbean