After applying pesticides, how should PPE-worn clothing be laundered?

• A. Wash as soon as possible; do not let clothes sit around
• B. Wash weekly
• C. Let clothes air dry outside without washing
• D. Wipe outside with damp cloth and wear again

Answer: (A)

PPE-worn clothing should be washed as soon as possible after use. Pesticide residues can cling to fabric, and waiting lets those residues linger, increasing the chance they could transfer to your skin, other clothing, or surfaces. Washing promptly helps remove contaminants before they have a chance to spread. Launder the contaminated clothing separately from clean household laundry, using detergent and following label directions for water temperature and washing instructions. After washing, dry in a clean area and, if recommended, consider an extra rinse. Do not leave contaminated clothes sitting around or wipe them off with a damp cloth and wear again, since that doesn’t effectively remove residues.