The nitrile gloves included with Pesti shipments are meant to prevent direct skin contact with the pesticides during mixing and application.

When handling Pesti Smart Pest Plan pesticides we advise wearing the nitrile gloves for every step where product might contact your hands, including opening containers, pouring concentrates, mixing with water, and applying sprays. Nitrile resists many chemicals better than latex, so it reduces absorption and skin irritation risk; check the gloves for visible punctures before use and replace them if compromised. Use a clean, flat surface for mixing and keep the gloveed hands away from your face and clothing to avoid transfer; if you touch noncontaminated surfaces while gloveed, change gloves before continuing to avoid cross contamination. Remove gloves by peeling them off from the wrist so the contaminated exterior turns inward, and dispose of them in a sealed trash bag according to local waste rules; do not reuse single use gloves. Wash hands with soap and water immediately after glove removal to remove any trace contamination and minimize dermal exposure. Store spare gloves in a cool dry place away from sunlight so they remain flexible and intact when you need them.

Common mistakes include reusing disposable nitrile gloves, which can transfer residues and degrade protection, so always discard them after the task and use a fresh pair for the next job. Another issue is touching clean surfaces or personal items while gloveed, which spreads contamination; keep a designated workspace and remove gloves before handling phones or door handles. A third concern is relying on gloves that are torn or the wrong size, which reduces barrier effectiveness; inspect gloves before use and choose a snug fit to maintain dexterity and seal.

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