Growsafe Label Reading and Safety Data Sheets

Question 1

What is the most important document to read before using any agrichemical?

Accepted Answer

The product label

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The safety data sheet (SDS)

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The manufacturer's website

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The regional council pest management plan

Question 2

What information is found in the 'precautionary statements' section of an agrichemical label?

Accepted Answer

Actions to take to prevent exposure or harm, including PPE requirements and application precautions

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Only emergency contact phone numbers

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Only information about storage requirements

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Only the maximum application rate per hectare

Question 3

What does the 'active ingredient' section of an agrichemical label tell the user?

Accepted Answer

The chemical compound responsible for the pest control action and its concentration in the product

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The trade name under which the product is sold

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The name of the manufacturing company

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The crops the product is registered for use on

Question 4

What does the 'directions for use' section of an agrichemical label specify?

Accepted Answer

The target pests, application rates, timing, crop registration, and method of application

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Only the maximum application rate

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Only the dilution ratio for tank mixing

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Only the re-entry interval and pre-harvest interval

Question 5

What does the 'withholding period' (WHP) mean on a livestock product or a product used near grazing animals?

Accepted Answer

The minimum time between application and when animals may safely re-enter the treated area or when their produce may be used

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The maximum time a product can be stored after opening

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The time required between application and the next rainfall event

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The period after application during which the product is most effective

Question 6

What does the signal word 'CAUTION' on an agrichemical label indicate?

Accepted Answer

The product poses some hazard but is at the lower end of the risk scale — standard precautions are required

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The product is highly toxic and the strictest PPE must be worn

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The product is only hazardous to the environment, not to humans

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The product is banned for residential use but approved for commercial use