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Chemicals – spray drift
Sprayed chemicals are extensively used in agriculture and horticulture and can drift over neighbouring properties, waterways and water tanks. Spray drift can affect human, animal and environmental...
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Fast facts: Spray drift can affect the environment, your health and the health of your family and neighbours.Spray only if the weather is suitable (a steady 3-15km wind is ideal).If you use tank...
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Chemicals – safe handling
Chemical such as insecticides, herbicides, fungicides and fuels are commonly handled on farms and need to be handled and stored with care.Always store chemicals in a safe place and don't store or mix...
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Fast facts: Treat all chemicals with extreme caution and follow instructions carefully.Wear protective clothing, cover exposed skin, and wear gloves, goggles and a face mask if required.Store...
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Locust sprays - advice for farmers & clinicians
Advice for farmersLocust plague management can present risks to farmers. Eastern Australia is facing the worst locust plague in 75 years.The Department of Primary Industries in Victoria is encouraging...
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Fast facts: Locust sprays can cause contaminationTake care when handling, storing and using spraysAlways use personal protective equipmentSeek help immediately if you don’t feel well or have other...
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