North Star MTBSL Step Four Clean sprayer and decontaminate after use, Drain tank, Decontaminate

Operation - Using the Sprayer (continued)

Step Four: Clean sprayer and decontaminate after use.

When done using the sprayer, it is important to clean the sprayer and decontaminate yourself. Do not store the sprayer with chemicals in the tank, as it is unsafe and could also result in damage to the equipment.

WARNING

Clean-up and decontamination procedures must be followed after each use.

Improper equipment clean-up and disposal of chemicals can result in dangerous chemical exposure to humans and the environment, as well as equipment damage.

Personal decontamination is required after spraying to minimize unsafe exposure to chemicals and potential illness.

1. Drain tank If there is excess pesticide left in the tank, drain the tank:

a)Disconnect power to the sprayer and relieve system pressure by depressing the gun trigger.

b)Find a suitable container in which to drain the unused pesticide. Place it under the tank drain hole.

c)While wearing rubber gloves, eye protection, and all other required personal protective equipment, removethe drain cap and allow pesticide to drain into container.

d)When tank stops draining, replace drain cap. Tighten securely.

2. Unused chemical Properly store or dispose of unused chemical:

a)If the unused pesticide is to be stored for future use:

Store all unused pesticide in its original, or a suitably marked, container in a

	secure location out of the reach of children & animals.
	b) If remaining pesticide is to be disposed:
	Properly dispose of the remaining chemical and its container per the chemical
	manufacturer’s recommendation and according to local hazardous waste
	disposal regulations.
3. Flush sprayer	Flush the sprayer per the chemical manufacturer’s recommendations. A
	general procedure is as follows:

a)Add fresh water to thetank.

b)Reconnect power to the sprayer.

c)Operate the spray gun and discharge all rinse water onto an area that can accept dilute pesticide application.

d)Add 5 gallons of the chemical manufacturer’s recommended cleaning solution. Operatethe spray gun, collecting the discharged solution if recommended by the manufacturer.

e)After flushing, disconnect power to the sprayer and be sure all system pressure is relieved by squeezing the gun trigger.

f)Dispose of cleaning solution discharge as recommended by the manufacturer of the solution.

4. Decontaminate	Decontaminate yourself after you are finished handling chemicals:
& launder	a) Remove all clothing worn during spraying and chemical handling.
	b) Wash all exposed parts of the body with soap and water.
	c) Launder clothing separately from other wash.

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