If pesticide gets on skin or eyes, what should you do?

• A. Thoroughly rinse with clean water, remove contaminated clothing, flush eyes for at least 15 minutes, and seek medical attention if irritation persists or label directs.
• B. Rinse quickly with water and continue work.
• C. Wipe with a dry cloth and reapply pesticide.
• D. Wash with soap and water and then re-enter area.

Answer: (A)

Immediate decontamination is the priority when pesticide contacts skin or eyes. For skin exposure, remove any contaminated clothing to stop ongoing contact, then wash the skin thoroughly with clean water to flush away the chemical. For eye exposure, flush the eyes with clean water (or an approved eyewash) for at least 15 minutes, keeping the eyelids open so the solution reaches all surfaces. After you’ve decontaminated, seek medical attention if irritation or pain persists, if there’s blurred vision, or if the label directs you to seek medical care. Always follow the product label’s specific first-aid instructions, since some formulations require different steps. Do not re-enter the treated area until you are decontaminated and it is safe to do so according to the label.