What should be done with clothing worn during a pesticide spill cleanup?

During a pesticide spill cleanup, the safest approach to dealing with clothing worn during the cleanup is to dispose of it. This is because clothing that has been exposed to pesticides can retain hazardous residues, which could pose health risks in the future. Even after washing, there is a chance that residues might not be completely removed, especially if the pesticide is particularly persistent or potent.

Disposing of the clothing ensures that any remaining pesticide is properly managed and does not come into contact with individuals who might wear the clothing later, including family members or others in the community. This decision is consistent with best practices for pesticide safety and contamination prevention.

Other methods, such as trying to wash and reuse the clothing or donating it after any potential cleaning, could lead to unknowingly exposing others to hazardous substances. Hanging the clothing to dry does not mitigate the risks either, as it might still retain harmful residues.