The pesticide handling information included on labels should be up-to-date no matter the time of year and give users the peace of mind they need when spraying. However, a recent Central Kentucky News article described the protections that pesticide users should take in the winter months specifically, as the time of the year can impact the way homeowners use these products.
Under the Environmental Protection Agency’s General Labeling Requirements, the language on chemical label statements needs to fall into certain categories. For example, a label can consist of mandatory statements that call for specific actions or advisory statements that describe what a user should do when using the product.
Writing for the Kentucky News, Jerry Little also suggested winter as a time for consumers to go over the pest control products they use at home and decide whether they need to replace anything.
“If they are stored properly, most can last for at least two years on the shelf and still function effectively,” Little writes. “Check the product label for specific storage directions.” He also suggests that pesticide users “check products in storage for damaged packaging and make sure the label is still readable.”
With this in mind, companies can print durable labels on stock that is water-resistant and can survive different moisture conditions throughout the year. The right printing options will also meet the standards for GHS chemical labels and accurately describe all hazards, no matter when the product is being used or stored. Since these substances will require pictograms as well as proper labeling, color printers may be necessary for full compliance.
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