What should you do with clothing that is soaked with full-strength concentrate pesticides?

Clothing that is soaked with full-strength concentrate pesticides poses a significant risk of chemical exposure and contamination. It is crucial to handle these items safely to prevent any potential harm to yourself or others. Discarding the contaminated clothing along with any other Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) that has been contaminated ensures that the pesticides do not pose a risk during future handling. This option minimizes the chances of pesticide residues remaining on the clothing, which could inadvertently affect other items or individuals.

Using the contaminated clothing again, whether by washing with other clothes or using them as rags, carries the risk of spreading hazardous chemicals. Similarly, sending them to a dry cleaner does not guarantee the complete removal of pesticide residues and could result in contamination of the cleaning facility or other clothing. Therefore, safe disposal is the only responsible action when dealing with clothing that has been heavily exposed to full-strength pesticide concentrates.