Archive Article: 1997/03/28
PRODUCT labels are a valuable source of information for a manager or adviser making decisions.
For the operator, they give practical detail of application and any precautions that have to be taken to safeguard crop, person, wildlife and environment.
The statutory conditions box on the front of an approved label highlights areas covered by the full force of the law.
The practical aspects of use and timing must be followed if the product is to be effective. That includes method of mixing, tank mixing, growth stages, soil types and need for agitation.
Standard risk symbols such as the black St Andrews Cross on an orange background, indicate that a product must be subject to a COSH* Assessment the first time it is used on the farm. *
PRODUCT labels are a valuable source of information for a manager or adviser making decisions.
For the operator, they give practical detail of application and any precautions that have to be taken to safeguard crop, person, wildlife and environment.
The statutory conditions box on the front of an approved label highlights areas covered by the full force of the law.
The practical aspects of use and timing must be followed if the product is to be effective. That includes method of mixing, tank mixing, growth stages, soil types and need for agitation.
Standard risk symbols such as the black St Andrews Cross on an orange background, indicate that a product must be subject to a COSH* Assessment the first time it is used on the farm. *
LABEL POINTERS
• Label information includes:
– Statutory conditions of use.
– Risk statements and safety precautions.
– Advisory information.
• Statutory Conditions are legal conditions.
• Products classified Harmful, Irritant, Toxic or Corrosive identified by symbols.
• Risk phrases say whether human hazard is by skin, eye, swallowing or inhalation.
• Safety precautions are given, eg wash hands and exposed skin.
• Advisory information aids effective use and safety for operator, livestock, public and environment.
• Environmental hazards and risks are identified.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) needs are listed.
• First aid and medical information is given.
• Label gives information for COSH* assessment.