Pesticide Hazards / Human Health

Which of the following is a commonly reported EARLY symptom of pesticide poisoning that an applicator should recognize?

• A sudden improvement in vision and alertness
• Headache, nausea, and dizziness ✓
• Permanent hearing loss within minutes
• Loss of fingernails

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During a typical spray application, which route of exposure accounts for the GREATEST share of a pesticide handler's body exposure?

• Dermal (skin) exposure ✓
• Oral (mouth) exposure
• Inhalation (lungs) exposure
• Eye exposure

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On a pesticide label, which signal word indicates the LOWEST acute toxicity?

• CAUTION ✓
• WARNING
• DANGER
• POISON

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