Table 7

Farm workers (n=189) who reported almost always using protective measures during application of pesticides

Protective measures in useFarm workers No. (%)
Wear gloves 37 (19.6)
Wear goggles 15 (7.9)
Wear wide brimmed hat 23 (12.2)
Wear oral–nasal mask 41 (21.7)
Wear special boots 28 (14.8)
Wear overalls 36 (19.0)
Have water bath after application102 (54.0)
Not smoking during application168 (88.9)
Not eating during application154 (81.5)
Not drinking during application131 (69.3)
Not chewing gum during application183 (96.8)