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Pesticide Storage

 

All pesticide products must be stored safely and securely and in their original container, with thePesticide Storage product label attached.  If a pesticide has been mixed, it should be used as soon as possible. 

 

Nomix Enviro provides a complete range of storage solutions, which are all leak-proof and secure:

 

Chemical Safes

 

Chemical Stores

 

Fuel Stores 

 

The following notes are for guidance on Best Practice.  Further information regarding storing pesticides can be obtained by downloading the Code of Practice for Using Plant Protection Products, the Health & Safety Executive advice sheet, AIS16.

 

For suppliers of pesticides, further guidance can be obtained from the Yellow Code, which is the Code of Practice for Suppliers of Pesticides to Agriculture, Horticulture and Forestry. Please click here to download the Yellow Code.

 

  • Do not have unapproved pesticides in your store
  • Use the oldest stock first
  • Deal with damaged or deteriorating containers quickly
  • Keep an up to date stock record and keep a copy away from the store, in case of emergency
  • Ensure all products are adequately labelled and secure
  • Make sure the store is of adequate capacity and well ventilated
  • Pesticide stores should be secure at all times
  • If the store is in a vehicle, it should be securely fixed to the vehicle and there should be a barrier between the store and the driver
  • Have written procedures for spillages, emergencies and disposal
  • Ensure pesticides are always stored away from watercourses and areas liable to flooding
  • Store granular or powder products above liquid products.
 

 
 

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