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

When clothing becomes soaked with full-strength concentrate pesticides, the correct action is to discard the clothing with any contaminated personal protective equipment (PPE). This is because pesticides can remain hazardous even after the clothing has dried, posing a risk of chemical exposure during handling or use of the apparel. Discarding contaminated clothing is a safe and responsible practice that helps prevent potential harm to anyone who may come into contact with the fabric later on.

The other choices may seem plausible, but they do not adequately ensure safety. Washing the clothing like regular spray clothes may not effectively remove pesticide residues, leading to continued exposure. Using the clothing as rags could transfer harmful chemicals to surfaces, tools, or skin, creating additional health risks. Sending the clothing to a dry cleaner could also be unsafe since dry cleaning does not typically eliminate pesticide residues and could expose employees and other customers to these chemicals.

Therefore, properly discarding contaminated clothing is the most effective way to manage pesticide exposure and maintain safety standards.