Storage and Disposal Rene Kittle MSU Extension Flathead Reservation
Storage and Disposal Rene Kittle MSU Extension Flathead Reservation
Prevent Excess Pesticides Before you purchase a pesticide Make sure the site and pest are listed on the label Determine the size of the application area Purchase and mix only what you need Calibrate and mix! Prevent a pesticide surplus READ LABEL FIRST
Prevent Excess Pesticides Before you purchase a pesticide Make sure the site and pest are listed on the label Determine the size of the application area Purchase and mix only what you need Calibrate and mix! Prevent a pesticide surplus
Disposal of Excess Mix Use extra tank mix or rinse water on areas with similar pest problems Dilute and reapply to treatment area Be careful -Don't exceed the label rate! ▣Large quantities Call the Montana Department of Agriculture
Disposal of Excess Mix Use extra tank mix or rinse water on areas with similar pest problems Dilute and reapply to treatment area Be careful - Don’t exceed the label rate! Large quantities Call the Montana Department of Agriculture
Container Disposal Make sure pesticide containers are empty Triple rinse containers into tank ■Use on labeled site Never dump rinse water (rinsate)on the ground If not,rinsate must be treated as surplus pesticide and disposed of properly
Container Disposal Make sure pesticide containers are empty Triple rinse containers into tank Use on labeled site Never dump rinse water (rinsate) on the ground If not, rinsate must be treated as surplus pesticide and disposed of properly
Triple Rinse Procedure 1. Empty container into spray tank in a vertical position for 30 seconds 2.Refill container to 1/5 with water 3.Rinse thoroughly,pour into spray tank in vertical position for 30 seconds 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the container has been rinsed three times 5.Puncture or render container useless
Triple Rinse Procedure 1. Empty container into spray tank in a vertical position for 30 seconds 2. Refill container ¼ to 1/5 with water 3. Rinse thoroughly, pour into spray tank in vertical position for 30 seconds 4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 until the container has been rinsed three times 5. Puncture or render container useless
Containers with Pesticide Residue The containers of some commonly used pesticides are classified as hazardous wastes if not properly rinsed,and as such,are subject to the many rules and regulations governing hazardous waste. Improper disposal of a hazardous waste can result in very high fines and/or criminal penalties.However, pesticide containers that have been properly rinsed can be handled and disposed of as non-hazardous solid waste. FIFRA requires pesticide applicators to rinse all "empty" pesticide containers before taking other container disposal steps
Containers with Pesticide Residue The containers of some commonly used pesticides are classified as hazardous wastes if not properly rinsed, and as such, are subject to the many rules and regulations governing hazardous waste. Improper disposal of a hazardous waste can result in very high fines and/or criminal penalties. However, pesticide containers that have been properly rinsed can be handled and disposed of as non-hazardous solid waste. FIFRA requires pesticide applicators to rinse all "empty" pesticide containers before taking other container disposal steps
Triple Rinse Requirements You must triple-rinse a container within 48 hours of being emptied If a container is not triple-rinsed you cannot dispose of the container in a landfill Containers must not be used for other purposes unless the label allows recycling It is illegal to burn a pesticide container
Triple Rinse Requirements You must triple-rinse a container within 48 hours of being emptied If a container is not triple-rinsed you cannot dispose of the container in a landfill Containers must not be used for other purposes unless the label allows recycling It is illegal to burn a pesticide container
Pressure Rinsing a Container ◇ Put on the personal protective equipment listed on the product's label. Install pressure-rinse nozzle on hose connected to a water supply(pg.B87) Minimum pressure 15 pounds psi Allow formulation to drip drain from its container into the sprayer's tank for at least 30 seconds. Firmly press the pressure-rinse nozzle tip into the side of the pesticide container Rinse the container for at least 30 seconds with it draining into the sprayer's tank.For containers that are larger than 5 gallons,insert the pressure-rinse nozzle into its bottom. Must be able to rinse all inner surfaces Allow the container to drip drain for at least 30 seconds
Pressure Rinsing a Container Put on the personal protective equipment listed on the product's label. Install pressure-rinse nozzle on hose connected to a water supply (pg. B87) Minimum pressure 15 pounds psi Allow formulation to drip drain from its container into the sprayer's tank for at least 30 seconds. Firmly press the pressure-rinse nozzle tip into the side of the pesticide container Rinse the container for at least 30 seconds with it draining into the sprayer's tank. For containers that are larger than 5 gallons, insert the pressure-rinse nozzle into its bottom. Must be able to rinse all inner surfaces Allow the container to drip drain for at least 30 seconds
MDA Disposal Program 2006 District 3 2007 District 4 2008 District 5 2009 District 1 2010 District 2 Disposal Cost The disposal fee is $1.00/lb for the first 200 pounds and $0.50/lb for amounts in excess of 200 pounds.The disposal fee for pesticides,which are or have dioxins or dioxin precursors may have a higher fee
MDA Disposal Program 2006 District 3 2007 District 4 2008 District 5 2009 District 1 2010 District 2 Disposal Cost The disposal fee is $1.00/lb for the first 200 pounds and $0.50/lb for amounts in excess of 200 pounds. The disposal fee for pesticides, which are or have dioxins or dioxin precursors may have a higher fee
Disposal Program Montana Department of Agriculture Phone:(406)444-5400 email:agr@mt.gov What Materials does the Pesticide Disposal Program Accept? Accepted Materials Examples of Materials Not Accepted Pesticides Any non-pesticide material such as: Pesticide Mixes Plastic Containers Unknown Fertilizers Pesticides Loaded M-44s Metal Pesticide Solvents Containers Paints Oil
Disposal Program Any non-pesticide material such as: Plastic Containers Fertilizers Loaded M-44s Solvents Paints Oil Pesticides Pesticide Mixes Unknown Pesticides Metal Pesticide Containers Accepted Materials Examples of Materials Not Accepted What Materials does the Pesticide Disposal Program Accept? Montana Department of Agriculture Phone: (406)444-5400 email: agr@mt.gov