Agro Chemical Classification Research Paper

Classes of chemicals

Classification and related measures
It has already been said that agricultural workers may be exposed to a variety of agrochemicals at work. Most of these are toxic. Therefore, all agrochemical users must know how to use the products safely by increasing their knowledge of the hazards involved, both to themselves and others. Knowledge is a powerful weapon, and can be obtained by reading and understanding the label on the container. By strictly following the instructions on the label, agrochemical users will learn to protect themselves, other people, livestock, wildlife and the environment.

Classification
The hazards of the many thousands of agrochemicals on the market are described as toxic, harmful, corrosive, irritant,

Oxidising materials have the ability to convert into chemically flammable materials. To be an "oxidiser", the material provides its own oxygen which combines chemically with another material in such a way that it increases the chance of a fire or explosion. This reaction may be spontaneous at either room temperature or with minor heating. Thus, oxidizing liquids and solids can be severe fire and explosion hazards. Bromine and fluorine are also oxidisers.

Agro-chemicals can also be corrosive. Corrosives are materials that can harm and chemically destroy body tissues on contact. Corrosives can also damage or destroy metal. The effect on tissue and metal depends on the corrosive agent and its concentration. Corrosives can begin to cause damage the moment it touches the skin, eyes, respiratory region, digestive area or the metal. MSDSs or product labels should be consulted for the specific effect it has on tissue or metals and also for procedures to follow in case of contact.

4.2 The principles of the Occupational Health and Safety Act
Safety
• Keep agro chemicals locked away from children and untrained

Do not harm the environment
• Apply pesticides only when it is absolutely necessary.
• Keep to the dosage prescribed.
• Apply pesticides only on windless days.
• Choose pesticides that work quickly or that are safe to wildlife.
• Do not contaminate water by drift or when washing application equipment.
• Use only pesticides that are prescribed for your particular problem.

How to store and transport pesticides
• Always pack or load pesticides in such a manner that the containers will not be damaged.
• Keep the container in a cool place, away from direct sunlight or near fire.
• Store pesticides away from food and seed.
• Do not store pesticides in containers which normally hold food or soft drinks.
Application equipment
Always use equipment that is in good working condition.

Service your equipment regularly and fix leaks immediately.

Clean the equipment properly after use and do not leave pesticides in the applicator overnight.

DO NOT throw the rinsing water into rivers, dams or onto grazing after you have cleaned the equipment.
Application equipment must be calibrated properly.

In case of spills, have on hand