When is more than minimum PPE required?

More than the minimum personal protective equipment (PPE) is required while mixing and loading pesticides due to the increased risk of exposure during these activities. Mixing and loading typically involve handling concentrated chemicals, which can pose a significant risk of skin contact, inhalation, or accidental spills. Therefore, it is crucial to wear appropriate PPE that exceeds the minimum requirements to ensure better protection against potential hazards.

In contrast, while transportation of pesticides does require some degree of caution and safety practices, the risks are not as immediate or severe as those encountered during mixing and loading. Similarly, at the end of a pesticide application, while some protective measures may still be necessary, the level of exposure is generally lower than during the mixing and loading process. Rinsing pesticide containers is also a time when precautions are needed, but the activity often involves less direct handling of concentrated chemicals than the mixing and loading process, which is why this scenario specifies the need for enhanced PPE.