Isn it true that most pesticide poisoning cases are due to misuse or abuse by farmers and consumers?
• Pesticide labels often do not provide adequate safety information. In developing countries, pesticide containers sometimes have no labels at all! • Many victims cannot read the label on pesticide containers, do not realise the danger of the substance they are using, or have not been trained in safe use techniques. • Many victims are misled by corporate advertising stressing the benefits of pesticides while minimising or ignoring the dangers. • Workers often fear they will lose their job if they demand safety equipment or if they object to unsafe practices, like entering a newly sprayed field. • Many pesticides require facial masks, respirators and heavy rubber protective equipment for ‘safe’ application. In regions where the climate is hot and humid, this equipment is often not only unavailable but also inappropriate. Back To Top   PESTICIDES AND HUMAN HEALTH • How do pesticides harm people? • Pesticides can enter the body through the lungs, digestive system, or skin. Depending o
