Under Regulation 637, which item is specifically required to be worn to protect hands from pesticides?

Under Regulation 637, which item is specifically required to be worn to protect hands from pesticides?

• A. Long pants
• B. Protective footwear
• C. Long-sleeved shirt
• D. Glove impervious to the pesticide being used

Answer: (D)

Protecting hands from pesticides relies on gloves that are impervious to the pesticide being used. The hands are a primary entry point for chemicals, so a barrier that the chemical cannot permeate is essential to prevent skin absorption and irritation. The other items protect different parts of the body—long pants, long-sleeved shirt, and protective footwear protect legs, arms, and feet—but none specifically block dermal exposure to the hands. So, the required item under Regulation 637 to protect hands is a glove that is impervious to the pesticide being used. Remember to choose a material appropriate for the specific chemical, and to inspect and replace gloves if they become damaged.

Protecting hands from pesticides relies on gloves that are impervious to the pesticide being used. The hands are a primary entry point for chemicals, so a barrier that the chemical cannot permeate is essential to prevent skin absorption and irritation. The other items protect different parts of the body—long pants, long-sleeved shirt, and protective footwear protect legs, arms, and feet—but none specifically block dermal exposure to the hands. So, the required item under Regulation 637 to protect hands is a glove that is impervious to the pesticide being used. Remember to choose a material appropriate for the specific chemical, and to inspect and replace gloves if they become damaged.