insects

Insecticides are substances used to kill insects. They include ovicides and larvicides used against insect eggs and larvae, respectively. Insecticides are used in agriculture, medicine, industry and by consumers. Bugs and flies in house. A horror movie. Horrible things. Pest control companies. How to apply insecticide? What is the easiest way to get rid of insects?
Pesticides can enter the body through inhalation, ingestion, or absorption by the skin and eyes. The skin usually receives the most exposure, so it is important to cover as much of the body as possible. Make sure you wear the required protective clothing (printed on the label) before opening the pesticide container. Never put pesticides into food containers, such as empty soft drink or milk bottles. Keep pesticides in their original containers – ones that clearly identify the contents. Refasten all childproof caps tightly. If a spill occurs, clean it up promptly. Don’t wash it away. Instead, sprinkle the spill with sawdust, vermiculite, or kitty litter. Sweep it into a plastic garbage bag, and dispose of it as directed on the pesticide product label. Cleanup materials that are contaminated with a pesticide must be handled as pesticide waste. Proper cleaning procedures should always be followed after applying pesticides. To remove pesticide residues, use a bucket to thoroughly rinse tools or equipment that you used when mixing the pesticide. Pour the rinse water into the pesticide sprayer and dispose of it by applying to a labeled site. (See “Safe Disposal of Pesticides”.) Wash non-absorbent gloves and rubber boots thoroughly with hot soapy water. To prevent exposure to the hands, wash your gloves prior to removing them. To prevent tracking pesticides inside, remove and/or rinse your boots or shoes before entering your home. Wash any parts of your body that may have come in contact with the pesticide. LaundryDo not mix contaminated clothing worn during pesticide applications with other family laundry, in the hamper or the wash. Wash all protective equipment as soon as possible following each use. If someone else washes the protective equipment, make certain this person is aware of safe handling and cleaning procedures. Dispose of clothing saturated with diluted pesticide, or heavily contaminated with the concentrated chemical. Place the clothing in a plastic bag and in the garbage outdoors. Evaluate the results of your pesticide use. If the pesticide did not control the pest, consider using a different chemical, a non-chemical method, or a combination of non-chemical and chemical methods (See Understanding Pest Management). Again, using more pesticide than the label recommends will NOT do a better job. Applying more pesticide than instructed by the label is illegal!