Document ID (ISN) | 48611 |
CIS number |
87-1432 |
Year |
1986 |
Convention or series no. |
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Title |
Pesticide container disposal |
Bibliographic information |
Canadian Agricultural Chemicals Association, 116 Albert St., Suite 710, Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5G3, Canada, no date. 12p. Illus. |
Abstract |
This booklet outlines steps for rinsing containers prior to disposal. Pressure spray nozzles are illustrated and their use is described. Rinsing efficiency of some major pesticides and the effects of rinsing factors are shown. The lack of danger in subsequent use of the containers in landfills is explained. |
Descriptors (primary) |
disposable containers; washing; pesticides; disposal of harmful waste |
Descriptors (secondary) |
high-pressure spray nozzles; directive; neighbourhood protection; Canada |
Document type |
F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards |
Subject(s) |
Agriculture, fishing, animal husbandry
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Broad subject area(s) |
Chemical safety
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Browse category(ies) |
Waste collection and disposal Agricultural chemicals
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