Depending on the particular pesticide, chlorine bleach, caustic soda (lye, sodium hydroxide) or lime can be used to decontaminate most spills. Many pesticides, especially organophosphate pesticides, decompose when treated with lye or lime. Fewer pesticides are decomposed by bleach (sodium hypochlorite). Other pesticides cannot be effectively decontaminated, and should only be treated with detergent and […]
Decontaminate
Spill Cleanup
Proper cleanup of the spillage is essential to remove all health and environmental hazards created by the spill. Use the buddy system when cleaning, and do not work alone. Everyone must be wearing the proper PPE. Assure that there is good ventilation when cleaning and decontaminating the site. Dry spills. (granular, dust, wettable, dispersible, and soluble […]